Optometrist

Optometrist Vacancy - Weygang Opticians, Hucclecote

Are you an optometrist wanting their weekends back?

Tired of working all day Saturday or Sunday?

Then this job might be the one for you. If you are an enthusiastic, self-motivated optometrist looking for an independent friendly community practice, we are also looking for you! Weygang Opticians, Hucclecote, is a two consulting room practice, located in a suburb of Gloucester where you will quickly build up relationships with your patients.

You will be part of a small and welcoming practice team and also part of our supportive group of three similar practices.

We’re proud to be an independent practice where patient care comes first.

• Professional fees paid
• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Bonus structure
• Complimentary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Courses to Support Your Clinical Growth
• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases) 
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Free parking

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.

You’ll play a key role in providing expert advice, enhanced services, fitting a wide range of contact lenses, and carrying out thorough eye examinations, providing tailored services and solutions for each patient’s lifestyle and needs. You’ll support the team by resolving clinical or technical queries. Your role also includes liaising with external professionals, maintaining practice equipment, and contributing your knowledge and ideas to the ongoing success of the practice.

As part of the Hakim Group, you'll have the professional freedom of an independent with access to the resources and training of a larger group. We encourage special interests and further qualifications in all our team. Whether you are newly qualified or come with a wealth of expertise, as an Independent Opticians we can offer you support to reach your personal and professional goals.

No Sunday or even Saturday afternoon working, though you will be expected to work some, not necessarily all, Saturday mornings. While we would prefer full time, we would also welcome part-time applications.

Additional Information:

• You must be registered with the GOC or appropriate governing body in order to apply for this role

• Permanent, ideally full time

• Salary based on experience
• Our appointment times are currently 45 minutes
• Our equipment includes OCT

• Practice opening hours 9.00-5.30 weekdays, Saturdays 9.00-1.00, no Sunday opening.

• Loyal patient base

Apply Now for an Exciting Optometrist Role - Our Dedicated Recruitment Team is Ready to Connect with You!