Optometrist – Newbury

Inspired Selections Group; Newbury; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Optometrist to join their high-end, independent practice in Newbury. This role involves conducting comprehensive eye examinations, fitting contact lenses, and ensuring exceptional patient care. You'll be part of a team dedicated to providing personalized service while maintaining high professional standards. With a commitment to ongoing clinical development and a supportive work environment, this opportunity promises to enhance your career in a rewarding setting. If you are passionate about eyecare and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Fees paid

Staff discount

Access to educational resources

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Optometrist, open to newly qualified or experienced.
• Proficiency in conducting comprehensive eye examinations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full eye examinations using the latest equipment.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Skills

Comprehensive eye examinations

Contact lens fitting

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Professional development

Education

Qualified Optometrist

Tools

OCT

Optomap

Job description

Are you based in or around Newbury?

Are you looking to work within a high-end, independent practice?

Are you a qualified and experienced Optometrist?

This independent group of opticians started out as a family-run business, and now with over 35 stores; including fully owned, franchised, and joint venture partnerships, they pride themselves on being a high-quality eyecare brand, providing personalised, high-quality service to their customers, supporting both optics and audiology.

This group of opticians pride themselves on ensuring customers receive an excellent service. While managing the practice and increasing turnover for the branch, you’ll also be keeping staff happy as well as the patients coming through the door.

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum depending on experience, 33 days annual leave, fees paid, and ongoing clinical development.

Responsibilities of the Optometrist

As an Optometrist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring customers receive an excellent service and making sure all their eye care needs are met.

Your duties will include:

1. Full eye examinations using the latest equipment (OCT and Optomap).
2. Occasional contact lens fitting.
3. Provide accurate diagnoses and make appropriate recommendations for vision correction and eye health when handing over to the shop floor team.
4. Collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient practice operations.
5. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements, products, and technologies.
6. Uphold professional standards and follow legal and ethical guidelines.

Requirements of the Optometrist

1. Fully qualified Optometrist (open to newly qualified or experienced).
2. Proficiency in conducting comprehensive eye examinations within a 30-minute time frame.
3. Competence in contact lens fittings and prescribing.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with patients and the team.
5. Ability to work well in a team environment and contribute to a positive working culture.
6. Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.

Compensation of the Optometrist

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum.

33 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays.

Fees paid.

Staff discount.

Access to educational resources for further development.

To apply for this outstanding and exciting opportunity:

Hit APPLY NOW or contact Chris at Inspired Recruitment Group on 0121 778 6999.

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Website: www.inspiredselections.co.uk