Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Thomas H Collison Ltd (Ashford HO)
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About this role
In a practice management role similar to what is offered at Thomas H Collison Ltd (Ashford HO), you would oversee the daily operations of an optical practice. This involves leading and developing the optical team, ensuring high standards of customer service, and managing stock and supplier relationships. A key aspect would be driving commercial performance through effective target management and understanding P&L. You would also maintain clinical governance standards, ensuring compliance with GOC regulations and the smooth running of GOS contracts. The practice manager acts as a crucial link, translating business objectives into actionable plans for the clinical and retail teams, ultimately ensuring an excellent patient journey from initial contact to aftercare.
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 within an optical group. Opportunities for professional development may include specific management training programmes, attendance at industry events, and leadership development initiatives. A role like this could offer significant autonomy, allowing you to influence practice performance, shape the team culture, and implement your own strategies for success. Considering the location in Spelthorne, you might benefit from good transport links and access to local amenities, contributing to a favourable work-life balance.