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Optometrist

J901447 Blyth North East £49.4K - £62.9K / Year

Optometrist - Part Time - 24 Hours per week

£49,400 - £62,900 Full Time Equivalent, depending on experience

We're currently recruiting for a qualified Optometrist to join a well-established and forward-thinking optical team in the Blyth area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist looking for part-time hours without compromising on salary, professional development or benefits. You'll be joining a supportive environment where high-quality patient care is at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As an Optometrist, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality patient care while supporting the wider optical team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing comprehensive eye examinations and excellent patient care
• Screening and monitoring patients
• Supporting the delivery of extended eye care services
• Maintaining high clinical and operational standards
• Coaching and supporting the wider optical team
• Contributing to the development of new and enhanced patient services
• Working closely with the Optical Manager and wider department team

You'll receive comprehensive professional development and training, including a strong CPD programme and protected time to complete additional accreditations, where required. Relevant training and accreditation are fully funded and supported.

You'll also have access to in-store, regional and central support teams, ensuring expert guidance is available for both clinical and service-related queries.

Hours & Salary

24 hours per week - Part Time
Salary: £49,400 - £62,900 FTE

The position offers a flexible working pattern within a seven-day opening environment, making it an attractive option for an Optometrist looking to achieve a strong work-life balance.

Part-time Optometrist roles offering this level of salary, flexibility, professional development and benefits can be relatively uncommon.

About You

We're looking for an Optometrist who combines strong clinical skills with a genuine passion for patient care and customer service.

You'll have:

• Full GOC registration
• NHS performer registration with your relevant area team or health board
• MECs or WECs accreditation, or a willingness to achieve the relevant accreditation within 12 months fully funded and supported
• A commitment to maintaining your statutory CPD requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for delivering high standards of clinical care
• An interest in developing patient services and supporting the wider optical team

Benefits

The role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension with up to 7% employer matching
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns
• 24/7 virtual GP access
• Counselling and wellbeing support
• Health and dental cash plans
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts across a wide range of travel, leisure and lifestyle services

Interested?

If you're an Optometrist looking for a role in the Blyth area offering part-time hours, excellent remuneration, career development and a comprehensive benefits package, we'd be very interested in hearing from you.

Apply today to find out more about the opportunity.

How to Apply?

To apply please click on the link below or call the team on 01423 813452 or email us at [email protected]