Optometrist

St Andrews, Market Street

What you’ll get

This Optometrist role comes with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. The Optometrist salary is competitive and reflects your experience and skills.

Key benefits include:

Competitive base salary
Boots Retirement Savings Plan (with up to 12% company contribution)
Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees
CPD days provided throughout the year
Performance-based quarterly bonus
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
Generous employee discounts for yourself and a family member
33 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
Access to a flexible benefits scheme, including discounted gym membership, life assurance, and activity passes.
70% discount on glasses and exclusive savings.

This role offers a clear path for career progression within the optical sector. You could move into delivering enhanced services, supporting pre-registration development, or pursuing regional clinical leadership roles.

We are open to discussing part-time and job share options for this full-time advertised role. If you require any additional support during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will be happy to make reasonable adjustments. This role requires successful completion of a pre-employment check, which may include a DBS, PVG, or Access NI check depending on your location.

About this opportunity

Seeking a skilled Optometrist to join a dynamic optical practice in St Andrews, Market Street. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to high-quality patient care and advance their optical careers in a supportive environment.

What does this Optometrist role involve?

As an Optometrist, you will be instrumental in delivering exceptional patient care, utilising the latest diagnostic technology and collaborating with experienced colleagues. Your role will involve leading clinics, responding to patient needs through triage, and potentially mentoring team members. No two days are the same, offering continuous professional development.

This Optometrist vacancy offers a chance to make a real impact within the community. You will be responsible for:

Leading clinics and providing outstanding patient care.
Employing advanced testing technology to assess eye health and offer expert advice.
Delivering enhanced optical services, including triage support and advanced assessments.
Providing clinical guidance to colleagues within the practice.
Liaising with external healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient journeys.
Maintaining and sharing up-to-date clinical knowledge with the team.
Contributing actively to the leadership of the store, bringing energy and valuable insights.

Requirements for this Optometrist position

We are looking for Optometrists who are confident, compassionate, and dedicated to prioritising patient well-being. To be considered for this Optometrist job in St Andrews, Market Street, you will need:

GOC registration, or be on track to achieve it within six months.
An NHS performer number, or be actively working towards obtaining one.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
A genuine passion for patient care and collaborative teamwork.

It would be advantageous if you also possess:

Experience in supporting enhanced optical services.
A solid understanding of local clinical networks.