Optometrist Experienced

Boots Opticians; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading optometry provider in Welwyn Garden City seeks an Optometrist to join their team. You will lead clinics, test eyes with advanced technology, and support patients in delivering exceptional care. Ideal candidates are GOC registered and possess strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, a flexible working environment, and numerous benefits, including generous annual leave and employee discounts.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Reimbursement of GOC fees

CPD days

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Quarterly performance bonus

Generous employee discounts

Flexible benefits scheme

70% discount off glasses

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• GOC registered or expecting to be in the next 6 months.
• Registered with the relevant NHS body.
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinics and provide specialist care to patients.
• Test eyes using the latest technology.
• Deliver enhanced services based on store needs.

Skills

GOC registered

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Patient care delivery

Job description

Overview

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 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

The essential skills or experience needed to succeed in this role:

• 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 more
• 70% discount off glasses
• Additional benefits to suit you – find out more at boots.jobs/rewards

Why Boots Opticians?

We provide a working environment that is supportive and inclusive, where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and an inclusive working environment for all.

What’s next?

If successful on application, a member of the recruitment team will be in touch to discuss next steps. We are open to part-time and job share options during the application process. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best. You will complete a pre-employment check after receiving an offer, and depending on location you may be asked to submit a DBS, PVG, or 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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Optometrist to join us on a resident basis at Boots Opticians Welwyn Garden City. We’re looking for a newly qualified or experienced Optometrist to work 30 hours per week across Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, alternate Saturdays and Thursdays. The Welwyn Garden City store is a busy, stand-alone practice with 3 well-equipped test rooms, including OCT and Phoropter, and was refitted in 2022 for a modern working environment. Parking is nearby but reduced for staff within the shopping centre. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Shurmer.

Business Area Opticians

Function Optometrist

Hours per week 30

Store 3093 - Welwyn Garden City - Howard Centre

Location Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, UK