Optometrist

Caernarfon, Wales

What you’ll get

This Optometrist role offers a competitive package designed to attract and retain talent.

The benefits include:

Salary up to £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
No late nights or Sundays, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Alternate Saturdays off.
Full or part-time hours considered, with flexible working options available.
Free parking at the rear of the store.
Holiday allowance of 33 days per year (pro rata).
GOC fees paid.
Private health and dental cover.
Access to a discounted benefits scheme for all store employees.
WeCare support: a comprehensive wellbeing programme offering 24/7 access to a UK-based online GP, mental health counselling, fitness programmes, and legal/financial guidance.
Annual subscription to the "Headspace" app.
Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities.
Support with CPD points.

For more information on this Optometrist salary and opportunity, please contact Tom Shrewsbury at thomas.shrewsbury@specsavers.com or call 07860666213.

About this opportunity

Discover exciting Optometrist jobs in Caernarfon, Wales, where you can make a real difference to community eye health. This is a fantastic opportunity for a clinically driven Optometrist to join a dedicated team in a picturesque Welsh town.

What does this Optometrist role involve?

As an Optometrist in Caernarfon, you will be the primary contact for eye examinations and contact lens services, ensuring the highest standards of clinical care and customer service. You will work collaboratively with the store team to meet both patient needs and business objectives, fostering a warm and friendly environment for everyone.

Your responsibilities will include:

Conducting comprehensive eye examinations.
Providing expert advice on contact lens services.
Delivering exceptional patient care and customer service.
Collaborating with the store team to achieve business goals.
Contributing to a positive and welcoming practice atmosphere.

Your new practice in Caernarfon, Wales

This practice is located in the beautiful harbour town of Porthmadog, renowned for its maritime history, charming shops, and restaurants. Situated on the edge of Snowdonia National Park and the Llyn Peninsula, you'll be surrounded by breathtaking scenery, offering an inspiring work environment.

The team here is passionate about clinical and professional development. You will have access to state-of-the-art equipment, including Nidek OCT and Nidek auto-phoropters, to support your work.

Opportunities for your Optometrist career

The practice is committed to supporting your career progression. Through open communication and regular one-to-one meetings, they will help you tailor a career path that suits your ambitions.

You will have opportunities to explore various specialisms, including:

WOPEC qualifications.
Independent prescribing.
Paediatric accreditations.
Enhanced optical services.
ILM courses.
Pre-Reg supervision.
Partnership schemes.

These development opportunities, combined with your clinical expertise, will prepare you for future leadership roles within the optical sector.

Requirements for this Optometrist position

To be successful in this Optometrist vacancy, you will need:

Registration with the General Optical Council (GOC) and up-to-date membership.
Confidence and passion for delivering excellent customer service.
The ability to work effectively as part of a team.