Optometrist - Arnison/Durham, County Durham

Position: Optometrist
Location: Durham, County Durham
Salary: Up to 60k + potential 10k joining bonus (depending on experience)
Working hours: Full Time or Part Time
Experience level: You must be a GOC registered Optometrist

Andy and Dermot understand the meaning of work hard, play hard. The good news is they are looking for a new Optometrist to join their team at Specsavers Durham and Arnison.

Andy and Dermot have both worked at other opticians before joining Specsavers. Andrew started as an OA with D&A and worked hard to become the director of a VE store before 10 years ago becoming the Director of Durham and opening Arnison this year with Dermot. Dermot did his pre-reg with Boots, has worked with the hospital and now working with a secondary care referral system for Specsavers Durham, which he joined as a director in 2016.

There is a lot of experience between the director team, which translates into how they run the store. They proudly offer an amazing range of clinical appointments, working closely with the Sunderland Eye Infirmary for referrals, in store MECs clinics and development and IP. They also understand that it is not all work and no play. Outside work commitments also come into consideration, if you need to work specific hours to match your hobbies, your family needs or simply your lifestyle, they understand and can work with you to get a work schedule that suits everyone.

Whats on offer?

Salary of up to 60,000 per annum
Welcome bonus of up to 10,000
33 days annual leave
Flexible on when these are taken
High standard of latest equipment
IP optom in store, happy to train more
Regular team events
Professional fees covered
Pension contribution
Linked with local hospitals for addiitonal MECs clinics
Flexible working
Chance to work across 2 stores, Durham (City Centre) and Arnison (Shopping Centre)

Specsavers in Arnison has recently opened. We now have 6 fully equipped test rooms, 3 of which are used for optical testing, all fitted with latest clinical technology meaning you have everything you need to perform sight tests to the highest possible standards.

What were looking for
Alongside being a qualified and GOC registered Optometrist, the right person for this position will be confident, possess a strong worth ethic and a willingness to succeed. Youll be passionate about your job and enjoy a fast-paced environment. We are looking for an Optometrist who will go the extra mile for our customers and someone who encourages their colleagues to do the same. In summary, were looking for a high calibre resident Optometrist to join us and assist in driving this excellent practice forward.

Find out more

Interested?To find out more contact Lyndsay Johnston at Specsavers recruitment team on 07852 164660 or email Lyndsay.johnston@specsavers.comInterested?To find out more contact Lyndsay Johnston at Specsavers recruitment team on 07852 164660 or email Lyndsay.johnston@specsavers.com