Mobile Optometrist

Washington, United Kingdom

Full time

What you’ll get

This role offers a competitive salary plus benefits, making it an attractive prospect for experienced Optometrists. You will work 40 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern: Week 1 is Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm, and Week 2 is Tuesday to Saturday, 9 am to 5:30 pm.

The benefits package includes:

Discretionary company bonus.
Company pension up to 7% matched.
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.
GOC fees paid.
CET package.
Flexible working patterns to align with 7-day opening.
Access to inclusion networks that celebrate diversity.
Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity, adoption, paternity, shared parental, and neonatal care leave, plus support for fertility treatments.

You will also benefit from a fantastic CPD programme and protected time for further accreditations, fully funded. The practice is passionate about supporting your development and helping you reach your full potential, with opportunities to supervise students and enhance your own skills. You will receive comprehensive support from in-store, regional, and head office teams for both clinical and service-related queries.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to excellence in optical care and find your next role within optical careers in Washington, United Kingdom. This Mobile Optometrist vacancy is a great step for anyone looking for optical careers in Washington, United Kingdom.

About this opportunity

Discover a rewarding Mobile Optometrist role in Washington, United Kingdom, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. This permanent, full-time position is ideal for a GOC-registered Optometrist seeking to advance their optical careers in a dynamic setting.

What does this Mobile Optometrist role involve?

This Mobile Optometrist vacancy involves conducting comprehensive eye examinations, including contact lens fittings and extended service examinations. You will collaborate closely with the Dispensing Optician Manager, providing training and coaching to colleagues while ensuring departmental standards are consistently met.

A key aspect of this role is supporting extended service contracts with the NHS, focusing on the treatment and monitoring of various eye conditions. The practice is committed to your professional development, offering support to gain any necessary accreditations for delivering these services.

Requirements for this Mobile Optometrist position

To be considered for this Mobile Optometrist opportunity, you must be a fully qualified Optometrist registered with the General Optical Council (GOC). You should also be a registered performer with your relevant NHS area team or health board.

Essential qualifications include MECs or WECs accreditation, or a willingness to obtain this within 12 months of joining, with full funding and support provided. You must be on track to meet your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.

Additional requirements include:

Evidence of the Right To Work in the UK.
Proof of being on the NHS performer list for the nation you wish to work in.
Two clinical references.
For roles in Wales, evidence of WECS accreditation & WGOS module accreditation will be required.