Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Duncan & Todd (Isle Of Skye)
Here at the Federation, we don't rely on advertised vacancies. We talk to employers and really understand what kind of people would thrive within their business.
This is an example of a role within this practice. If it matches what you're looking for, we can approach the business directly, explore current or future opportunities, and position you for roles that may never reach the open market.
Opportunities within practices like this often arise through growth, team changes, or performance needs rather than public advertising. We regularly support candidates into roles here by proactively opening conversations based on what they want.
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About this role
In an optical practice environment similar to Duncan & Todd (Isle Of Skye), a Practice Manager typically oversees all day-to-day operations. This involves leading the practice team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care, and driving commercial success. Responsibilities include managing staff rotas, optimising stock levels, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers. The role acts as a crucial link, translating business objectives into actionable plans for the clinical and support teams.
Key duties involve ensuring compliance with clinical governance and regulatory standards, alongside managing the practice's financial performance. The Practice Manager is instrumental in fostering a positive team culture and ensuring a seamless patient journey from initial contact through to aftercare.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a chance to influence the success and culture of a community optical practice in a beautiful Highland setting. Opportunities for career progression might include advancing to area management or multi-site leadership roles within a larger organisation. Professional development is often supported through management training programmes, leadership courses, and attendance at industry events.
Such positions typically provide a degree of autonomy, allowing scope to implement operational improvements and shape the patient experience. The unique lifestyle benefits of living and working in the Highland region, such as access to outdoor activities and a strong sense of community, are also significant considerations.