Optometrist

Chester, United Kingdom

Part time

What you’ll get

This Optometrist job in Chester, United Kingdom, comes with an excellent benefits package designed to support your professional and personal wellbeing.

Competitive salary and a discretionary company bonus.
Company pension scheme with up to 7% matched contributions.
15% colleague discount in store and online.
Free access to wellbeing services, including Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans, and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline.
Discounts across a range of services and activities.
Professional indemnity insurance covered.
GOC fees paid.
CET package provided.
Flexible working patterns considered, in line with 7-day opening.
Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity, adoption, paternity, shared parental, and neonatal care leave, plus support for fertility treatments.
Opportunities to join Inclusion Networks to promote diversity and celebrate differences.

This role is ideal for an Optometrist looking for a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development within optical careers in Chester, United Kingdom.

About this opportunity

Optometrist Jobs in Chester, United Kingdom

We are seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join a busy optical practice in Chester, United Kingdom. This part-time, permanent Optometrist vacancy offers a competitive salary and benefits package, focusing on delivering high-quality patient care and contributing to the development of new optical services.

What does this Optometrist role involve?

This Optometrist vacancy involves a variety of responsibilities focused on both clinical excellence and team development. You will be screening patients and providing high-quality care, including services for minor eye conditions through extended NHS service contracts. A key part of the role includes coaching and training the wider optical team, helping to maintain department standards.

You will also play a vital role in developing new patient services, ensuring the practice offers the most current and accessible eye care solutions. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills and contribute to a patient-centred environment within optical careers in Chester, United Kingdom.

Responsibilities for this Optometrist position

Screen patients and deliver high-quality eye care.
Provide treatment and monitoring for minor eye conditions.
Coach and train the wider optical team.
Help maintain departmental standards and operational excellence.
Develop and implement new patient services.
Create a memorable customer experience through clinical skills and passion.

Requirements for this Optometrist position

To be considered for this Optometrist role, you will need to meet the following essential criteria:

Be a fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC.
Be a registered performer with your NHS area team or health board.
Hold MECs or WECs accreditation, or be willing to gain accreditation within 12 months (fully funded and supported).
Be on track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD.
Demonstrate a passion for developing new patient services and shaping departmental culture.