Optometrist

TN United Kingdom; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join their dynamic team. The role involves providing high-quality patient care, completing eye examinations, and fostering relationships within the community. Comprehensive training and support for professional development are provided, alongside a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

15% colleague discount

Free access to wellbeing services

Professional indemnity insurance

Flexible working patterns

Generous parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC.
• Registered performer with NHS area team or health board.
• Willing to gain MECs or WECs accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Completing eye examinations and contact lens fittings.
• Supporting training and coaching alongside the Dispensing Optician Manager.
• Developing new patient services and shaping department culture.

Skills

Customer Experience

Clinical Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

GOC Registration

MECs or WECs Accreditation

Job description

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At Asda Opticians, there is nothing more important than the health and wellbeing of our customers. Our priority is to always put them first by delivering high-quality patient care and service.

A typical day involves completing eye examinations, contact lens fittings, and extended service examinations. You will work alongside our Dispensing Optician Manager to support training, coaching, and maintaining departmental standards.

Due to our extended service contracts with the NHS, we're committed to providing a wide range of care for the treatment and monitoring of eye conditions. We will support you in gaining any additional accreditations needed to deliver these services.

At Asda, we are passionate about providing our Optometrists with comprehensive training to fulfill their roles and enhance their skills. We offer a fantastic CPD programme and protected time to complete further accreditations, funded by Asda. This ensures you have the full training package to meet the evolving eye care needs of our customers. Our goal is to develop and support you to reach your full potential.

With support from in-store, regional, and head office teams, you will be fully supported in all aspects of your role, whether clinical or service-related. There is always someone available to offer expert advice and support.

Let's find out about you

We are seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join our dynamic team, committed to excellence in healthcare. We want a skilled candidate eager to contribute to our store's excellent service levels and foster positive relationships within our team and the wider community.

At Asda, our focus is on service and creating memorable experiences for our customers. You will use your clinical skills and passion to help achieve this.

You'll be:

• A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC
• A registered performer with your NHS area team or health board
• MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months, funded and supported by us)
• On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD
• Able to use your skills and passion to deliver a memorable customer experience
• Passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the department's culture

When applying for any of our Optical positions, you must be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for the relevant professional role. You’ll also need to provide evidence of Right To Work in the UK.

As part of the compliance process, we’ll ask for evidence of being on the NHS performer list for your country, along with two clinical references. If applying in Wales, evidence of WECS accreditation and WGOS module accreditation is required.

Apply today by completing an online application.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, representative of the communities we serve, and are actively encouraging diverse talent to join Asda.

Everything you'll love

You will receive an excellent benefits package, including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Free access to wellbeing services such as Wagestream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans, and a helpline, alongside discounts on various services and activities
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7-day opening
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks to promote inclusivity
• Generous parental leave policies, including maternity, adoption, paternity, shared parental, neonatal care leave, and support for fertility treatments

We want all colleagues to bring their best and true selves to work every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.