OPTOMETRIST Location: Alresford Salary: £54,522 to £67,740 Per Annum. (This is based on 38.75 hours a week – open to negotiation, dependent on experience) Job Type: Full Time / Permanent About the Client The practice offers a supportive, close-knit team environment with strong values and a genuine connection to the local community. Based in a charming market town, it combines high professional standards with a friendly workplace culture where people feel valued and take pride in the work they do. The Role Our client is looking for an experienced optometrist to provide high-quality eye care, contact lens care and promotion of eye health in line with General Optical Council (GOC) standards, ensuring the best visual outcomes and overall eye health for patient. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive eye examinations, contact lens appointments and other associated appointment types, for example dry eye, as required according to appropriate qualifications and business needs. Practice according to the GOC regulations. Advise patients on visual health, including lifestyle factors and preventative care. Work closely with Dispensing Opticians and other support staff to ensure smooth patient journeys. Make appropriate clear recommendations ensuring there is focus on benefits to the patient. Maintain contemporaneous accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with professional and legal standards. Use and maintain knowledge of specialist diagnostic equipment (OCT, fundus camera, tonometry, visual fields, etc.). Stay up to date with Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Support practice growth through excellent patient care and effective communication. Participate in clinical governance and quality assurance processes. Requirements Strong clinical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Patient-centred approach with empathy and professionalism. Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping. Team player, able to collaborate across clinical and retail teams. Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively. Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. Qualifications and Experience BSc (Hons) Optometry or equivalent degree. GOC registration as a qualified Optometrist. Clinical experience in community practice. Additional accreditations (e.g., GRR, Post Cataract) beneficial. What the Client is Looking For A clinician who shares their patient-first, non-sales-driven approach. Someone who values spending quality time with each patient. A compassionate and empathetic professional. A team player who fits well within a close-knit, community-focused business. What is on Offer Competitive salary (dependent on experience). Professional fees (GOC/AOP) paid. Continuing education and training support. CPD events. Company pension scheme with Life Assurance. Incentive scheme. Staff and family discounts. Pro-rota 33 days holiday including bank holidays. Career progression opportunities. EAP Scheme. No Sunday or Bank Holiday working, includes 2 Saturday’s off a month. Why Join This Practice? This is a rare opportunity to join a business that truly prioritises patient outcomes over profit. You will be part of a clinic where: Patients are given the time they need to adapt and succeed. Care is tailored, not rushed. Success is measured by patient satisfaction, not sales figures. You can genuinely make a difference in people’s lives. Apply Today!