Optometrist

Asda; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail healthcare is seeking a qualified Optometrist in York. The role involves providing high-quality patient care, coaching staff, and contributing to a clinical environment. Extensive training and benefits are offered, including a competitive salary and flexible working patterns.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension (up to 7% matched)

15% colleague discount

Free parking

Professional indemnity insurance

GOC fees paid

CET package

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Registered with the GOC and NHS area team.
• On track to meet CPD statutory points requirements.
• Willing to obtain MECs or WECs accreditation within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Screening patients and maintaining departmental standards.
• Coaching and training the team.
• Developing new patient services.

Skills

Patient care

Coaching

Training

Education

Fully qualified optometrist

GOC registration

MECs or WECs accreditation

Job description

Job Title

Optometrist

Location

York

Employment Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Shift Pattern

Work Shift: Days

Hours per Week

40

Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits

Category

Optical, Retail Healthcare

Closing Date

29 May 2025

About the Role

At Asda, the health and wellbeing of our customers are our top priorities. We are committed to providing high-quality patient care, including a wide range of services for minor eye conditions, due to our extended NHS service contracts. Your typical day will involve screening patients, coaching and training the team, and maintaining departmental standards.

We offer extensive training and development opportunities, including a comprehensive CPD program and protected time for further accreditations funded by Asda, to support your professional growth and adapt to evolving eye care needs. You will have access to in-store, regional, and head office support teams for clinical and service-related queries.

About You

We value service excellence and memorable customer experiences. Working with an Optical Manager (qualified Dispensing Optician), you will contribute to a clinical and operationally excellent environment. You will support coaching, training, and developing new patient services to meet customer needs.

You should be:

• A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC
• Registered with your NHS area team or health board as a performer
• MECs or WECs accredited, or willing to obtain accreditation within 12 months (funded and supported by us)
• On track to meet CPD statutory points requirements

The Rewards

Our benefits include:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension (up to 7% matched)
• 15% colleague discount, free parking, and additional rewards
• Professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7-day opening