Optometrist Experienced

TN United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking an optometrist to join their team in Doncaster. This role involves delivering exceptional patient care, leading clinics, and utilizing the latest technology. With a focus on professional development and a supportive environment, this position offers a chance to grow within a renowned brand.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)

Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees

CPD days

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Performance-based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

33 days holidays including bank holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

70% discount off glasses

Qualifications

• GOC registered or expecting to be in the next 6 months.
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading clinics and providing specialist care and advice to all patients.
• Testing eyes using the latest technology while maintaining outstanding patient care.
• Responding to emergency triages.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Patient Care

Education

GOC registration

NHS body registration

Job description

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Our Optometrists make a real difference by delivering outstanding service to our communities. To enable you to be at your best in your role, you’ll have access to emerging technologies, dedicated clinical support teams, as well as unique Boots Opticians training, regardless of your experience level. Whether you are starting your optometrist career or are an experienced professional, there is always something new to learn, experiences to gain, and ways to grow with Boots Opticians.

About the opportunity

You will be a key part of a team passionate about delivering unforgettable customer care, with the support, resources, and progression opportunities that come with the biggest brand in healthcare.

Your main responsibilities will include:

1. Leading clinics and providing specialist care and advice to all patients
2. Testing eyes using the latest technology while maintaining outstanding patient care
3. Delivering enhanced services depending on store needs
4. Responding to emergency triages
5. Working with external healthcare professionals
6. Providing clinical support to team members on the shop floor
7. Providing advice to patients using your clinical knowledge
8. Keeping up to date with latest clinical practices
9. Working closely with senior stakeholders

What you’ll need to have

The essential skills or experience needed to succeed in this role:

1. GOC registered (or expecting to be in the next 6 months)
2. Additional registration with the relevant NHS body
3. Drive to deliver excellent patient care
4. Excellent communication and organisation skills
5. The motivation to ‘See What’s Possible’ for our teams, customers, and patients

Our benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (company contribution of up to 12%)
• Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees
• CPD days across the year, keeping you up to date
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Performance-based quarterly bonus
• Generous employee discounts for yourself and a family member
• 33 days holidays including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying, and more
• 70% discount off glasses
• Additional benefits offering flexibility to suit you — more details at boots.jobs/rewards. Please note, salary estimates on third-party sites are not endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.

Why Boots Opticians?

We provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace. Join our team and see what’s possible when we change for the better.

What's next?

If successful, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application. We are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the application and interview stages to support your best performance.

After receiving an offer, you will complete a Pre-employment check. Depending on your location, this may include submitting a DBS, PVG, or Access NI check. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and considers applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.