Optometrist

Optometrist Vacancy - Ryde Opticians & Hearing Care, Isle of Wight 

Are you a passionate and confident Optometrist looking to join an outstanding independent practice? This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a qualified and experienced team at Ryde Opticians & Hearing Care, where exceptional patient care and community engagement are at the heart of what we do.

We welcome any level of experience to enquire about this position, whether you are newly qualified or come with a wealth of expertise, as an Independent Opticians we can offer you the right level of support to reach your personal and professional goals.

From longer test times of 30 minutes to our commitment to offering the latest technological advances such as OCT and Auto-refractors, everything we do is designed to offer our patients the very best in clinical care

• Professional fees paid
• Relocation support 
• Future JVP opportunity for the right person
• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases) 
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme 

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance

We are looking for a full-time Optometrist to join us in delivering outstanding patient care. You’ll play a key role in providing expert advice, fitting a wide range of contact lenses, and delivering ongoing care that makes patients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for.

This is a role for someone who values the clinical side of the job, who enjoys building trust with patients from a variety of backgrounds, and who thrives in a team that supports each other. You’ll have the time, tools and autonomy to do your job to a high standard, without feeling rushed or restricted. Collaboration is at the heart of the practice, so you’ll work closely with your teams to ensure a smooth patient journey and a great workplace culture. If you’re also someone who’d like to explore the JVP journey with us, we’d love to chat about what that could look like.

Additional Information:

• You must be registered with the GOC or the appropriate governing body in order to apply for this role
• State-of-the-Art Equipment – Work with some of the best technology, including:
  • Topcon OCT
  • Auto-Refractors
  • I-Care Tonometer 
• We are a team of 5
• We have 1 consulting room
• This role requires you to work alternate Saturdays
• Our appointment times are 30 minutes 

Ryde is a beautiful coastal town with sandy beaches and stunning sea views. Recent £10 million investment in Ryde Pier and transport links has made it even more accessible.

• Hovertravel: Reach Ryde from Southsea in just 10 minutes – the fastest way across the Solent.
• Go Taxi Services: Convenient onward travel from Ryde Pier to the practice.

If you’re considering relocating, we’re happy to offer a relocation package to help with some of the costs, along with access to a dedicated network to support you as you settle into life on the Isle of Wight.

Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch