Optometrist

Description:

Specsavers Antrim is seeking a skilled and motivated Optometrist to join their dedicated team on a part-time basis. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly reputed optical practice that values clinical excellence, professional growth, and employee well-being.

As an Optometrist, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive eye examinations, utilizing state-of-the-art technology such as Fundus Camera, OCT, and Phoropters. You will provide accurate prescriptions, ensure high standards of patient care, and offer professional advice tailored to individual needs. The practice places a strong emphasis on continuous development, with opportunities to pursue qualifications such as WOPEC, independent prescribing, paediatric accreditations, and enhanced optical services.

The store boasts a supportive working environment with open communication, regular one-on-one sessions for career planning, and access to the Specsavers Partnership scheme (Pathway) for those with aspirations to become store directors in the future. Specsavers Antrim is an accredited Platinum Employer, ensuring outstanding employee experiences across recruitment, reward, talent management, and development standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough eye examinations using advanced diagnostic tools.

• Provide accurate prescriptions and personalized optical advice.

• Deliver excellent patient care, maintaining high clinical standards.

• Collaborate effectively with the optical team to achieve business and patient care goals.

• Participate in continuous professional development programs.

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist.

• Strong attention to detail and passion for patient care.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Commitment to personal and professional growth.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (depending on experience).

• Joining bonus (terms apply).

• Lucrative performance-based bonus scheme.

• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays and your birthday).

• GOC & College fees paid.

• Pension contribution.

• Free parking.

• Private health & dental plan.

• Specsavers Perks – discounted benefits scheme.

• WeCare – UK confidential employee support helpline.

• Subscription to the “Headspace” app.

• Access to cutting-edge optical technology.

• CPD support and extensive career development opportunities.