Optometrist Experienced

TN United Kingdom; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare brand in the UK is seeking Optometrists to deliver exceptional patient care. With access to advanced technologies and clinical support, you will lead clinics, test patients' eyes, and collaborate with healthcare professionals. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

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 to be within 6 months.
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.
• Motivated to see what's possible for teams and patients.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinics and provide specialist care and advice.
• Test eyes using the latest technology.
• Respond to emergency triages.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organization skills

Patient care

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, and 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, supported by resources and progression opportunities from 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. Using your clinical knowledge to advise patients
8. Keeping up to date with the latest clinical practices
9. Collaborating closely with senior stakeholders

What you’ll need to have

The essential skills and experience needed to succeed:

1. GOC registered (or expecting to be within the next 6 months)
2. Additional registration with the relevant NHS body
3. A drive to deliver excellent patient care
4. Excellent communication and organization 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 to keep 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 your needs, 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 work together to improve.

What's next?

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

After receiving an offer, you will complete a pre-employment check, which may include 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.