Optometrist Experienced

Boots; ST Andrews; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Boots Opticians as an Optometrist where you will provide excellent patient care and lead clinics using advanced technology. With a supportive environment and opportunities for growth, you’ll ensure the best outcomes for patients while enjoying competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Reimbursement of GOC fees

CPD days

Enhanced parental leave pay

Performance-based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

33 days holiday (pro-rata)

Flexible benefits scheme

70% discount off glasses

Qualifications

• GOC registration or awaiting registration within 6 months.
• Experience in excellent patient care.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading clinics and providing specialist care.
• Testing eyes with the latest technology while ensuring patient care.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals and advising patients.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Clinical Knowledge

Education

GOC registration

Additional 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 training opportunities at Boots Opticians, regardless of your experience level. 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, supported by the resources and progression opportunities of a leading healthcare brand.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading clinics and providing specialist care and advice to patients
• Testing eyes using the latest technology while maintaining excellent patient care
• Delivering enhanced services based on store needs
• Responding to emergency triages
• Collaborating with external healthcare professionals
• Providing clinical support to team members on the shop floor
• Advising patients using your clinical knowledge
• Staying updated with the latest clinical practices
• Working closely with senior stakeholders

What you’ll need to have

The essential skills and experience include:

• GOC registration (or expecting to be registered within 6 months)
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body
• A drive to deliver excellent patient care
• Strong communication and organization skills
• A 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 throughout the year to keep you updated
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Performance-based quarterly bonus
• Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym memberships, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying, and more
• 70% discount off glasses
• Additional benefits offering flexibility to suit your needs; more details at boots.jobs/rewards

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Why Boots Opticians?

We foster 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 promoting a positive, inclusive workplace. Join us and see what’s possible when we strive for positive change.

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 and job share options during the application process and can provide reasonable adjustments during interviews to support your best performance.

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