Optometrist Experienced

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

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare brand as an Optometrist, where you will deliver exceptional patient care and have access to cutting-edge technology and training. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a generous salary, retirement savings plan, and employee discounts. Embrace the chance to make a real difference in your community while advancing your career.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Reimbursement of GOC fees

CPD days

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Performance-based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

33 days holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

70% discount off glasses

Qualifications

• GOC registered or expecting to be within 6 months.
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Leading clinics and providing specialist care.
• Testing eyes using the latest technology.
• Responding to emergency triages.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Patient Care

Education

GOC Registration

NHS 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 are always new things to learn, experiences to gain, and opportunities 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 the 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

Why Boots Opticians?

At Boots Opticians, we foster a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and providing a positive working environment for all. Join our team and see what’s possible when we strive to improve together.

What's next?

If your application is successful, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next steps. We are open to discussing part-time or job share options for full-time roles during the application process. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the application and interview stages to support your needs.

After receiving an offer, you will complete a Pre-employment check. Depending on your location, this may involve 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.