Optometrist Experienced

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

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare brand as an Optometrist, where you'll deliver exceptional patient care and have access to advanced technologies and training. Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a range of benefits, including generous holidays and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Reimbursement of GOC fees

CPD days

Enhanced maternity/paternity 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 in next 6 months.
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Leading clinics and providing specialist care and advice.
• 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. 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 passionate about delivering unforgettable customer care, while having 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 the 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

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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 us and see what’s possible when we change for the better.

What's next?

If your application is successful, a recruitment team member will contact you to discuss the next steps. We are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you need additional support during the application and interview stages, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments.

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.