Optometrist Vacancy – Currie & Quirk Opticians
We’re proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first, and joining us as our new Optometrist means being part of a team that values clinical freedom, supports your development, and encourages you to bring your personality and expertise to the role. We offer a welcoming, people first environment across our different locations, where your contributions are heard and your individuality is celebrated. Whether you’re looking for the next step in your career or a fresh start in an independent group that genuinely puts patients and people before numbers, this could be the right place for you.
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.
You will also receive:
1. Professional fees paid
2. Your birthday off work
3. No Sunday or bank holiday working
4. Free & regular CPD courses
5. Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
6. Retail discounts
7. Cycle to work scheme
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance
About the Role
We are looking for a full or part-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.
Currie & Quirk Opticians established 20 years and is set in the desirable residential and vibrant area in the west end of Glasgow beside Glasgow university and the main Byres road. The practice offers a wide range of services eye tests contact lens fitting with the potential to develop the practice further with specialist clinics in the future depending on the optoms own interests.
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.
As our new Optometrist, you’ll carry out thorough eye examinations and provide tailored services and solutions that align with each patient’s lifestyle and needs. You’ll work within GOC guidelines and company policies to deliver expert care, while supporting 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.
Additional Information:
8. You must be registered with the GOC or appropriate governing body in order to apply for this role
9. Free parking
10. We have one testing room with the potential to develop another testing room
11. This role requires you to work every other Saturday
12. Our appointment times are 40 minutes