OPTOMETRIST BLANDFORD/DORCHESTER

Artemis Clarke Ltd; Shanklin; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive salary

Fees covered

CPD programme

25 days holiday

Staff discounts

Modern systems

30-minute tests

Enhanced services

Supportive culture

Job summary

Artemis Clarke Ltd is seeking a qualified Optometrist to join a well-established optical provider focused on patient care in the community. You will deliver high-quality eye examinations and build strong relationships with patients and your branch team.

We welcome both newly qualified and experienced optometrists, offering flexible hours (full or part time), support for CPD, professional fees covered, and a friendly, collaborative culture with modern systems.

Qualifications

• Be GOC registered and confident in your clinical ability.
• Enjoy working in a collaborative, team-focused environment.
• Have a genuine interest in patient relationships and long-term care.
• Be motivated to continuously develop your skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations within 30-minute test slots, ensuring patient-centred care.
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of eye health conditions.
• Provide tailored advice on spectacle and contact lens options.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with patients for a positive experience.
• Work with the branch team to support clinical excellence and growth.
• Contribute to local enhanced service schemes where applicable.
• Support pre-registration supervision where appropriate.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through CPD and industry engagement.

Skills

GOC registered

Patient care

Team collaboration

CPD

Education

Qualified Optometrist (GOC registered)

Job description

Optometrist Opportunity - Join a Patient-Focused Optical Team

About the Role

Full or Part Time

We are currently recruiting for qualified, GOC-registered Optometrists to join a well-established and highly respected optical provider that places patient care at the heart of everything they do.

This is an excellent opportunity for both newly qualified and experienced Optometrists looking to develop their careers in a supportive, community-focused environment. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical care while building meaningful relationships with both patients and your wider branch team.

With a strong emphasis on professional development and customer experience, this role offers the chance to truly make an impact within your local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations within 30-minute test slots, ensuring thorough and patient-centred care
• Use your clinical expertise to diagnose and manage a wide range of eye health conditions
• Provide tailored advice on spectacle and contact lens options to suit individual patient needs
• Build strong, lasting relationships with patients to ensure a positive and consistent experience
• Work collaboratively with your branch team to support both clinical excellence and business growth
• Contribute to local enhanced service schemes where applicable
• Support pre-registration supervision (where appropriate)
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through ongoing CPD and industry engagement

What We Are Looking For

We are keen to speak with Optometrists who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and who take pride in their clinical work.

You will:

• Be GOC registered and confident in your clinical ability
• Enjoy working in a collaborative, team-focused environment
• Have a genuine interest in patient relationships and long-term care
• Be motivated to continuously develop your skills and knowledge

Whether you are newly qualified or bring years of experience, attitude and patient focus are key.

What's on Offer

• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Competitive, market-leading salary (dependent on experience)
• Structured support for newly qualified Optometrists
• Professional fees fully covered
• Comprehensive CPD programme and access to e-learning platforms
• Generous holiday allowance (25 days + bank holidays, pro-rata)
• Staff and family discounts on products
• Fully computerised systems to support efficient workflows
• 30-minute test times to prioritise quality patient care
• Access to a wide and regularly updated product range
• Opportunities to get involved in enhanced services and supervision
• A supportive, people-focused culture within a well-established organisation