Optometrist / St. Austell/ £75,000 DOE

Optometrist Location – St. Austell Salary – Up to £75,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has become available for a GOC-registered Optometrist to join a leading community-focused optical provider. This role offers the chance to work within a supportive, patient-first environment where clinical excellence is the priority.

You'll work alongside an experienced Dispensing Optician Manager and a dedicated practice team, delivering exceptional eye care while benefiting from continuous professional development, funded accreditations, and genuine career progression opportunities.

With access to enhanced NHS services, modern equipment, and longer-term clinical development pathways, this is an excellent opportunity for both experienced and newly qualified Optometrists looking to build a rewarding career.

Job Summary

As an Optometrist, you will provide comprehensive eye examinations while delivering exceptional patient care and clinical expertise. Alongside routine sight tests, you'll undertake contact lens clinics and enhanced NHS services, helping to diagnose, monitor, and manage a range of eye conditions.

Working closely with your colleagues, you'll also support team development through coaching and mentoring while contributing to the continued success of the department.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive eye examinations. Deliver contact lens consultations and aftercare. Provide enhanced NHS services, including monitoring and management of eye conditions. Work closely with the Dispensing Optician Manager to maintain high clinical and operational standards. Deliver exceptional customer service throughout every patient journey. Support the coaching and development of colleagues within the practice. Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with GOC and NHS standards. Participate in ongoing CPD and professional development programmes. Option to supervise pre-registration Optometrists and students.

Team Development

Work collaboratively within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Coach and mentor colleagues to maintain high clinical standards. Participate in regular clinical training and development. Support student supervision opportunities where desired. Help create a positive, patient-focused culture within the practice.

About You

GOC-registered Optometrist. Registered on the NHS Performer List. MECS or WECS accredited (or willing to gain accreditation with full support and funding). Up to date with Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Enthusiastic about developing enhanced clinical services. Committed to working collaboratively within a supportive team.

Well-being

Services 24/7 virtual GP access. Confidential counselling and employee assistance programme. Health and dental cash plans. Comprehensive wellbeing support. Flexible working patterns to promote work-life balance. Enhanced family-friendly policies.

What They Offer

Salary up to £75,000. Performance-related company bonus. Matched pension contributions of up to 7%. Professional indemnity insurance. GOC fees fully paid. Comprehensive CET package. Fully funded enhanced NHS accreditations. Protected CPD and study time. Flexible working patterns across a seven-day operation. Employee discounts across a wide range of products and services. Modern, fully computerised practice with excellent clinical support. Clear opportunities for long-term career progression and leadership development.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary of up to £75,000 plus bonus. Strong focus on patient care and clinical excellence. Fully funded professional development and enhanced service accreditations. Opportunity to develop specialist clinical skills. Supportive management team and excellent career progression. Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Comprehensive benefits package and employee wellbeing programme. Opportunity to help shape and develop future optical professionals through student supervision.

Interested?

Please contact Leo on View phone number on jobs.opticianonline.net or email View email address on jobs.opticianonline.net for a confidential discussion and further information about this opportunity.