Optometrist Jobs in Ayr
Role Summary
Flame Health Optometry is recruiting for an Optometrist in Ayr, South Ayrshire, supporting a leading private eye care provider within a specialist clinical setting. This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist seeking to develop their clinical career across refractive surgery, cataract care, premium intra‑ocular lens procedures, and advanced eye examinations. The role offers a salary of up to £70,000, flexible full‑time or part‑time working patterns, access to advanced diagnostic technology, and structured clinical training, making it well suited to an Optometrist looking to progress beyond traditional high‑street practice.
Key Role Information
* Position: Optometrist
* Location: Ayr, South Ayrshire
* Employment Type: Part‑time (24 hours per week)
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Salary Package: Up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience
* Working Pattern: Flexible working patterns available, including longer hours across fewer days where appropriate
* Clinical Setting: Private specialist eye care clinic
* Relocation Support: Relocation allowance may be considered
Clinical Environment
The role is based within a specialist private eye care clinic focusing on delivering outstanding patient care, strong clinical outcomes, and a high‑quality patient experience. You will be involved in a varied range of clinical duties, including pre‑operative and post‑operative consultations for refractive and cataract surgery patients, clinical support for Ophthalmologists, and essential and advanced eye examinations. The clinic provides access to modern diagnostic and treatment technology, supporting accurate clinical assessment, patient education, and high standards of care throughout the treatment journey.
Salary and Benefits
* Market‑leading salary of up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experience
* Performance‑related salary enhancement
* 33 days annual leave increasing with length of service
* Pension scheme
* Private healthcare
* Paid professional fees
* Indemnity cover
* Access to ongoing CET and clinical development
* Independent Prescribing sponsorship and placement assistance (available)
* Discounted or complimentary access to selected eye care treatments
* Family and friends discounts
Training, Support and Development
Full refractive and cataract surgery training will be provided and delivered by experienced clinicians. You will receive day‑to‑day support from an experienced professional team, alongside access to wider specialist clinical guidance from clinicians with significant experience across refractive surgery, cataract care, and advanced eye care pathways. This makes the role particularly attractive for an Optometrist who is keen to broaden their clinical exposure, develop specialist knowledge, and work within a technology‑led clinical environment.
Candidate Requirements
* Qualified and GOC‑registered Optometrist with strong clinical standards, excellent communication skills, and a patient‑first approach
* Confidence working within a multidisciplinary clinical environment and comfortable supporting patients through advanced eye care and surgical pathways
* Interest in refractive surgery, cataract care, premium lens procedures, or Independent Prescribing (advantageous, although full training and support will be provided)
Role Suitability
This opportunity would suit an Optometrist looking to move beyond traditional sight testing and develop within a specialist private eye care setting. It is well suited to someone seeking clinical progression, access to advanced technology, structured specialist training, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced Ophthalmologists and Optometrists. The position offers a strong platform for an Optometrist wanting to build a more specialist clinical career while maintaining flexibility and strong professional support.
Location
Ayr, South Ayrshire (postcode area KA7) is a popular coastal town offering an excellent mix of affordability, lifestyle, and career opportunity. Known for its seafront, sandy beaches, golf heritage, and welcoming community, Ayr appeals to professionals and families seeking a better work‑life balance. With strong transport links to Glasgow, Prestwick, and the wider West of Scotland, Ayr is a great place to live and work.
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