Optometrist - Melrose, Scottish Borders
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE
Hours: Full time or part time (3-5 days), including most Saturdays with potential flexibility (1 in 4 off)
Benefits: Bonus scheme, quarterly pay reviews, 20 days holiday + bank holidays + additional leave, professional fees support (from year two), free parking
Zest Optical Recruitment is working with an independent Opticians in Melrose, Scottish Borders to recruit a full or part time Optometrist.
This is an opportunity to join a well-established, patient-focused practice with a loyal patient base. The practice offers longer test times, a relaxed clinic structure and a focus on quality care.
Optometrist - The Role
* Full or part time Optometrist role in Melrose
* Independent Opticians with a strong community presence
* Single testing clinics with 30-45 minute appointments
* Advanced equipment including OCT, DNEye Scanner
* Focus on high levels of clinical care and patient experience
* Loyal and established patient base
* Supportive, close-knit team environment
* Opportunity to build long-term patient relationships
Working Hours
* 3-4 days per week
* Including most Saturdays with potential flexibility (1 in 4 off)
* 9am to 5pm
Salary and Benefits
* Salary between £50,000 to £60,000 depending on experience
* Bonus scheme (to be discussed at interview)
* Quarterly salary reviews linked to performance
* 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Additional leave including birthday and Christmas shopping day
* Professional fees and CPD/course support (from year two)
* Free parking available
* Supportive, people-focused working environment
Optometrist - Requirements
* GOC registered Optometrist
* Right to work in the UK
* Strong communication skills and patient-focused approach
* Interest in working within an independent practice
* Professional, personable and team-focused
To apply for this Optometrist job in Melrose, Scottish Borders, please send your CV to or call 0114 238 1726 for a confidential conversation.
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