Mobile Optometrist - 3 days

asda; Washington; On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension up to 7% matched

15% employee discount in store and‑/or

CPD with protected time

Job summary

Asda Opticians in Washington is seeking a mobile optometrist to cover shifts across stores on a part-time basis. The role involves eye examinations, contact lens checks and extended service examinations, delivering high-quality patient care.

You'll work with the Dispensing Optician Manager to train colleagues, uphold standards, and pursue NHS-funded accreditations. Asda offers a rich CPD programme, protected learning time, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC.
• Registered performer with NHS area team or health board.
• MECs or WECs accreditation (or willing to gain within 12 months).
• On track to meet CPD points requirement.

Responsibilities

• Perform eye examinations and extended service examinations.
• Support training and maintain departmental standards with the Dispensing Optician Manager.
• Pursue additional accreditations funded by Asda to expand service scope.

Skills

GOC registered

NHS performer

CPD aware

Customer focus

Education

MECs or WECs accreditation

Job description

Job Title
Mobile Optometrist - 3 days

Location
Washington

Employment Type
Part time

Contract Type
Permanent

Shift Pattern
Work Shift: Days

Hours per Week
24

Salary
Competitive salary plus benefits

Category
Optical, Retail Healthcare

Closing Date
4 December 2026

Find your role

At Asda Opticians, there is nothing more important than the health and wellbeing of our customers, our priority is to always put them first by delivering high quality patient care and service.

A typical day will involve completing eye examinations, contact lens and extended service examinations. You will be working alongside our Dispensing Optician Manager to support our colleagues with training, coaching and maintaining all our departmental standards.

Due to our extended service contracts with the NHS, we're committed to delivering a wide range of care for the treatment and monitoring of eye conditions and will support you to gain any additional accreditations you may need to be able to deliver these services.

At Asda, we are extremely passionate and committed to providing our Optometrists with all the training they will need to fulfil their role and enhance their skills. Not only do we have a fantastic CPD programme, but we also offer protected time to our Optometrists to complete further accreditations, funded by Asda. This ensures you have the full training package to meet the ever-changing eye care needs of our customers. It's all about developing and supporting you to reach your full potential.

At Asda, we offer a range of professional development programmes. One optional opportunity for our GOC registered professionals is to supervise students - a rewarding way to support the next generation of optical professionals, while also enhancing your own skills and development.

With in store, regional and home office teams you will be fully supported in all aspects of your role whether your query is clinical or service based there is always someone on hand to offer expert advice and support.

Rota

Week 1

• Saturday - Gateshead
• Tuesday - Boldon
• Wednesday - Gateshead
• Thursday - Washington

Week 2

• Tuesday - Washington
• Wednesday - Boldon

Week 3

• Saturday - Gateshead
• Tuesday - Boldon
• Wednesday - Gateship
• Thursday - Washington

Week 4

• Tuesday - Washington
• Wednesday - Boldon

All days are 9-5:30

Let's find out about you

We are seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join our dynamic team, committed to excellence in healthcare. We are looking for a skilled candidate who is eager to join us, contribute to our store's excellent service levels, and foster positive relationships within our team and the wider community.

At Asda, it's all about the service and creating a memorable experience for our customers so you will be able use clinical skills and passion for your role to help achieve this.

• A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC
• A registered performer with your NHS area team or health board
• MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months of joining Asda - funded and supported by us)
• On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD
• Able to use your skills and passion for the role to deliver a memorable customer experience
• Passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the culture of the department

When applying to any of our Optical positions, you must be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for the relevant professional role type you have applied for. Along with this, you'll be required to have evidence of Right To Work in the UK.

Within the compliance process, we'll ask you to provide evidence of being on the NHS performer list for the nation you wish to work in, along with providing 2 clinical references. If applying in Wales, we'll ask you to provide evidence of your WECS accreditation & WGOS module accreditation.

Everything you'll love

You will also get an excellent benefits package including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• 15% colleague discount in store and online.
• Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas.
• Your professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.