Optometrist – Join Our Team at Pritchard Cowburn Opticians, Narberth
Pritchard Cowburn are looking for an Optometrist who thrives on variety and values the personal touch of independent practices with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality, personalised eye care in the heart of West Wales. With branches in the charming towns of Narberth and Cardigan, we combine clinical excellence with a friendly, community-focused approach.
As independent practices, we can provide you with the clinical freedom, time, and equipment to solve problems genuinely helping people.
You will also receive:
1. Salary: Up to £65,000
2. No Weekend work – 9am-5pm (Mon-Fri)
3. Full time or part time work pattern with potential to work in both practices if preferred
4. Potential Joint Venture Partner opportunities (Shares in the business)
5. Grow your professional skillset with free & regular CPD courses
6. Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
7. Retail discounts
8. Cycle to work scheme
About the Role
What You’ll Be Doing:
9. Conduct thorough eye examinations using the latest diagnostic equipment.
10. Provide clear, honest advice on eye health and eyewear solutions.
11. Build lasting relationships with patients in a relaxed, non-pressured environment.
12. Work closely with a supportive team of Dispensing Opticians and Optical Assistants.
Useful information:
13. Test times: At Pritchard Cowburn Opticians, we prioritise a calm, patient-focused environment. Our clinics are designed to support:
14. Unrushed consultations
15. A strong focus on clinical excellence and supplying market-leading eyewear solutions.
16. Building long-term patient relationships
Equipment & Technology:
We are committed to ongoing investment in the latest optical technology. You’ll be working with modern, high-quality equipment to support accurate diagnosis and enhanced patient care, including:
17. OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography)
18. Digital retinal imaging
19. Automated phoropters (if applicable)
20. Electronic patient records system
Team Structure:
You’ll be joining a supportive and experienced team. Our team culture is collaborative, friendly, and patient-first, with a strong emphasis on professional development and support, our team typically consisting of:
21. FBDO Qualified Dispensing Opticians
22. Optical Assistants
23. Practice Managers and back-office support
What We’re Looking For:
24. GOC-registered Optometrist (newly qualified or experienced welcome).
25. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
26. A commitment to providing outstanding patient care.
27. Someone who enjoys working independently but also thrives in a small, close-knit team.