Optometrist Experienced

Boots Opticians; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A major UK healthcare provider is seeking an Optometrist to join their Leighton Buzzard team. This role involves leading patient care, utilizing the latest technology, and working with a dedicated team. Ideal candidates are GOC registered or soon to be, have strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care. The position is part-time, with flexible hours including weekends. Join us in making a difference in our community.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Reimbursement of GOC fees

CPD days

Enhanced leave pay

Performance-based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

33 days holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

70% discount off glasses

Qualifications

• GOC registered or expecting registration within 6 months.
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body required.
• Motivation to see what's possible for teams and patients.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinics and provide specialist care.
• Test eyes using the latest technology.
• Deliver enhanced services as per store needs.
• Respond to emergency triages.
• Work with external healthcare professionals.
• Provide clinical support to team members.
• Keep up to date with the latest clinical practices.

Skills

GOC registered

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Drive to deliver excellent patient care

Job description

Job Description

Our Optometrists make a real difference by delivering an 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 to Boots Opticians training, no matter your level of experience. Wherever you are in your optometrist career, 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 that is passionate about delivering unforgettable customer care, all while having the support, resources, and progression opportunities that come with the biggest brand in healthcare.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading clinics and providing specialist care and advice to all patients
• Testing eyes using the latest technology whilst maintaining outstanding patient care.
• Delivering enhanced services dependant on the store needs
• Responding to emergency triages
• Working with external healthcare professionals
• Providing clinical support to team members on the shop floor
• Providing advice to patients using your clinical knowledge
• Keeping up to date with latest clinical practices.
• Working closely with senior stakeholders

What you’ll need to have

• GOC registered (or expecting to be in the next 6 months)
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• 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 another family member
• 33 days holidays including bank holiday (pro-rata)
• Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and much more.
• 70% discount off glasses
• We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you – find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Please note, any salary estimates given on third‑party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.

Why Boots Opticians?

At Boots Opticians, we provide a working environment that is supportive and inclusive meaning everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. Join our team and let’s see what’s possible when we change for the better.

What's next?

If successful on application, a member of the recruitment team will be in touch to find a time to discuss your application.

Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we are open to discussing part‑time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.

You will complete a Pre‑employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) or an Access NI Check.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.

Need To Know

Optometrists! We have an amazing opportunity to join our Leighton Buzzard practice! This 2‑testing room practice is freestanding, with HearingCare sitting in the heart of Leighton Buzzard; a small market town in the Bedfordshire area. This location has close links to the M1 and M25, with great public transport links also and parking available very close to the store for around £6 per day.

You would be joining a team of 8; comprising one DO, CLO and 1 Resident Optometrist – the current team are highly productive, with all team members contributing effectively and collaborating with one another seamlessly, to achieve their shared goals and provide a positive experience for our patients – the google reviews do the talking!

This role is part‑time, working 30 hours per week and whilst weekend working is required in this role, we are happy to explore alternate weekend working.

If you are keen to apply and would appreciate an informal discussion ahead of applying, please don’t hesitate to reach out on:
[e-mail] or 07815 010102