Optometrist

A very exciting opportunity has become available for an Optometrist on a full-time, permanent basis with a well-established, family-run independent group of opticians, with a great reputation for quality service.

• Up to £70,000
• Family run independent
• Sociable hours – 9am to 5pm, no bank holidays or Sundays
• Flexibility on Saturdays
• 35-minute test time

This vacancy would be for an experienced Optometrist to be a full time resident in one of their practices just outside of the Exeter area.
They are a large group of Opticians with over 20 practices in their portfolio. You will be joining a small team and be the sole Optometrist, this Optician is patient-led and aims to offer the best customer service possible.

Responsibilities of the Optometrist

The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified Optometrist – ideally 3 years qualified. What’s important, is your ability to build rapport and converse with patients as they pride themselves on excellent customer care.
Looking to do (on average) 10-12 tests per day with 35-minute testing slots (including your own pre-screening) to provide excellent service to your patients, you will be working with all the latest equipment in a relaxed calm environment surrounded by a close-knit friendly team.

Requirements of the Optometrist

• Must be GOC registered
• Open to newly qualified or experienced
• You will be a team player – happy to come out of the test room when needed to dispense and offer advice to patients
• Must be able to drive as this is a mobile role between a few different practices
• A friendly and personable demeanour and strong personal work ethic.
• A customer-focused approach to your work and the ability to build a strong rapport with customers and colleagues alike.

Compensation for the Optometrist

For your efforts, a competitive package is on offer:

• Up to £70,000 basic
• 33 days holiday + your birthday off including Bank Holidays (Bank Holidays are closed)
• Sociable hours 9am to 5pm with no Sundays or late nights
• Free parking either at the practice or nearby
• In-house CET training
• Flexibility on Saturday working, no Sundays or bank holidays
• You will also have the opportunity to receive some further training and join a professional team in a fun and relaxed environment.
• Working 5-days, 9:00-5:00, Monday to Saturday, 37.5 hours, no Sundays or Bank holidays

What happens next?

Once you have applied, one of the experienced team at Inspired Selections will give you a call to discuss the role in more detail.
They will also go over your previous experience from your CV and your current situation to make sure you have the relevant experience and match what the client is looking for.
Once this has been discussed, leave it to us and we will arrange the meeting for you.

To apply for this new and rare opportunity:

• Call Chris at Inspired Selections on 0121 778 6999
• Upload your C.V to www.inspiredselections.co.uk
• SMS your Name and Availability for a call to 07537417722