OPTOMETRIST THIRSK

Artemis Clarke Ltd; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Structured support for new grads

Professional fees covered

CPD & e-learning access

Holiday 25 days + bank holidays (pro‑r

Staff and family discounts

Fully computerised systems

30-minute test times

Wide product range

Enhanced services involvement

People-focused culture

Job summary

Artemis Clarke Ltd is seeking a skilled Optometrist to join a patient-focused optical team. You will perform 30-minute comprehensive eye examinations, diagnose eye health issues, and provide tailored spectacle and contact lens advice while building rapport with patients and the branch team.

This role offers flexible full-time and part-time opportunities, a competitive salary dependent on experience, and structured support for newly qualified optometrists within a supportive, community-focused

Qualifications

• GOC registered and confident in clinical ability.
• Demonstrates patient-centered care and strong clinical judgment.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations within 30-minute test slots.
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of eye health conditions.
• Advise on spectacle and contact lens options tailored to patients.
• Build lasting relationships with patients and the branch team.
• Support local enhanced service schemes and CPD participation.
• Supervise pre-registration where appropriate and maintain CPD engagement.

Skills

GOC registered

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Optometrist degree

Job description

Optometrist Opportunity - Join a Patient-Focused Optical Team

About the Role

Alongside being a qualified and GOC registered Optometrist, we are searching for someone who shares our Company ethos based on providing excellent care and putting the customer at the heart of everything we do. If you are someone who wants to grow, develop and offer exceptional customer care along the way, this may well be the role for you. The client wants a practitioner who prides themselves on their clinical judgment, isn't afraid of a hands-on approach and who is keen to get involved and build rapport with the rest of the team. In summary, we are looking for a skilled resident Optometrist to join us, be part of the team and assist in driving the practice forward.

This is an excellent opportunity for Optometrists looking to develop their careers in a supportive, community-focused environment. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical care while building meaningful relationships with both patients and your wider branch team.

With a strong emphasis on professional development and customer experience, this role offers the chance to truly make an impact within your local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations within 30-minute test slots, ensuring thorough and patient-centred care
• Use your clinical expertise to diagnose and manage a wide range of eye health conditions
• Provide tailored advice on spectacle and contact lens options to suit individual patient needs
• Build strong, lasting relationships with patients to ensure a positive and consistent experience
• Work collaboratively with your branch team to support both clinical excellence and business growth
• Contribute to local enhanced service schemes where applicable
• Support pre-registration supervision (where appropriate)
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through ongoing CPD and industry engagement

What We Are Looking For

We are keen to speak with Optometrists who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and who take pride in their clinical work.

You will:

• Be GOC registered and confident in your clinical ability
• Enjoy working in a collaborative, team-focused environment
• Have a genuine interest in patient relationships and long-term care
• Be motivated to continuously develop your skills and knowledge

Whether you are newly qualified or bring years of experience, attitude and patient focus are key.

What's on Offer

• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Competitive, market-leading salary (dependent on experience)
• Structured support for newly qualified Optometrists
• Professional fees fully covered
• Comprehensive CPD programme and access to e-learning platforms
• Generous holiday allowance (25 days + bank holidays, pro-rata)
• Staff and family discounts on products
• Fully computerised systems to support efficient workflows
• 30-minute test times to prioritise quality patient care
• Access to a wide and regularly updated product range
• Opportunities to get involved in enhanced services and supervision
• A supportive, people-focused culture within a well-established organisation