Optometrist - Specialist Independent

Optometrist

North Dorset
£70,000 basic salary + benefits
Established independent
1 hour testing times
Weekend flexibility
Specialist services
OCT | Optomap | Ortho-K
Dry Eye specialists

If you would like more details or to have a confidential chat, contact Luke: Call/Text/WhatsApp: 07881287964 | Email: lukeshearstone@major-recruitment.com

Job ID: 230724-3297

Major Healthcare is looking to speak with Optometrists supporting one of Dorset and Somerset’s leading local family run independent opticians located in North Dorset.

The practice is committed to providing high-quality patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment, where practitioners can enhance their skills and expertise.

With access to the latest optical technology and a strong emphasis on continuous professional development, Optometrists have the opportunity to stay at the forefront of the field. Additionally, the team-oriented atmosphere fosters a culture of mutual respect and knowledge-sharing, making it an ideal place for both experienced Optometrists and those looking to grow in their careers. 

They truly value a positive work-life balance, offering flexible hours and a positive workplace culture, ensuring a fulfilling career with room for personal and professional growth.

Key advantages

Competitive salary and package:

• You’ll receive a basic salary of up to £70,000 with additional benefits.

You might be looking for a better work/life balance?

• You’ll only be required to work 1 in 4 Saturdays; they also closed Sundays & Bank Holidays.

Want to provide the highest quality care over constantly worrying about commercial targets?

• You’ll gain this with between 45 minute - 1 hour testing times, plus the additional benefit of gaining a greater understanding of patients concerns, needs and lifestyles.

You can have access to the latest equipment to enhance patient care:

• Using high-tech equipment, including OCT, Optomap, E-EYE & IRPL-Eye (Dry Eye treatment) and Digital Phoropter technology.

Can we assume you want to cater to a variety of diverse patient needs?

• You’ll develop skills to support patients with a variety of specialties, including Dry eye treatment, Glaucoma Referral Refinement, ACES (MCES), Myopia Management, Cataract monitoring, Paediatrics eyecare, Hear care services and Specialist contact lenses Inc. Ortho-K.

Has your personal and professional development started to stagnate?

• Should you be interested, the company are happy to financially support with Independent Prescribing qualification and other professional certificates.

Is your current staff turnover high and so you’re not supported properly?

• Join a stable, well-established, experienced team of 6 optical professional who create a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Is there such thing as learning to much?

• You’ll be working alongside established, additionally accredited teams of Optometrist Directors and benefit from specialist support and mentorship.

Practice details

• With 2 very spacious test rooms where they promote a relaxed, high-end setting in a spacious and beautifully presented working environment
   
• Their spacious rooms are equipped with modern and hi-tech equipment, and they use the latest innovative designs in spectacle lens technology and frame design
   
• They work with a wide range of designer and fashionable glasses with the ability to handpick the best frames and lenses for customers without having to be restricted to any one supplier
   
• With a close-knit team of experienced optical professionals who have worked together for years and are all passionate about optometry

Details and requirements

• Opening hours: Monday – Saturday (09:00am - 17:30pm)
• Closed Sundays & Bank Holidays, with only 1 in 4 Saturdays required
• Full or part time position considered
• Eligibility to work in the UK and GOC Registered

Salary and benefits

• £70,000 + professional fees
• 25 days holiday + 8 BH (33 in total)
• Life insurance & pension

What to do next?

Call, Text, WhatsApp or Email me, Luke on 07881287964 or lukeshearstone@major-recruitment.com

Even if you don’t have an updated CV or are just curious to find out more, get in touch and we can have an informal chat about the position.