Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Lydon & Shirazi
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
An opportunity may exist for a Practice Manager in an optical practice environment similar to Lydon & Shirazi in St Albans. This role would involve overseeing the day-to-day operations of the practice, ensuring efficiency and a high standard of service. Key responsibilities include leading and motivating the optical team, managing commercial performance against targets, and maintaining rigorous clinical governance standards. The Practice Manager would also handle stock control and supplier relationships, acting as a crucial link between the clinical team's patient care delivery and the practice's business objectives. A focus on delivering an exceptional patient journey from initial contact through to aftercare is paramount.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a pathway for career progression, potentially into area management or multi-site leadership roles within a larger organisation. Opportunities for professional development may be available, including management training programmes, workshops, and attendance at industry events to enhance leadership skills. A Practice Manager in this setting often has significant autonomy to influence practice performance, team culture, and patient care strategies. The lifestyle considerations of working in and around St Albans, a historic city with good transport links and amenities, can also be a significant draw.