Salary :
£54,522 - 68,740 yearly
Location: Hampshire
Salary: £55k to £68k pa depending on experience
Hours: 38.875 hours per week
Contract: Full-time, permanent
No Sundays or Bank Holidays | One Saturday off each month
BlackSquare is recruiting an experienced Optometrist for a well-established independent optical and hearing care practice in Hampshire.
Based in an attractive market-town setting, the practice offers a supportive, close-knit working environment with strong professional values and a genuine connection to the local community.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist who values unhurried patient care, high clinical standards and the chance to work as part of a friendly and collaborative team.
You will provide comprehensive eye care, contact lens services and eye-health advice in line with General Optical Council standards.
The role is focused on achieving the best possible visual and clinical outcomes for patients while contributing to a smooth and professional patient journey.
Your responsibilities will include:
Conducting comprehensive eye examinations
Completing contact lens consultations and aftercare appointments
Providing additional clinical services, such as dry-eye assessments, according to your qualifications and the needs of the practice
Working in accordance with GOC regulations and professional standards
Advising patients on eye health, lifestyle factors and preventative care
Making clear and appropriate clinical recommendations focused on patient benefit
Working closely with Dispensing Opticians and the wider support team
Maintaining accurate, detailed and contemporaneous patient records
Using specialist diagnostic equipment, including OCT, fundus cameras, tonometry and visual-field technology
Supporting the effective management of patient referrals and onward care
Participating in clinical governance and quality-assurance processes
Maintaining your Continuing Professional Development
Supporting practice growth through excellent patient care and effective communication
You will need:
A BSc in Optometry or an equivalent recognised qualification
Current registration with the General Optical Council
Previous clinical experience within a community or independent practice
Strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
A patient-centred approach with empathy and professionalism
Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping
The ability to manage your time and remain organised in a busy practice
A collaborative approach to working with clinical and dispensing colleagues
A commitment to continued professional development
Additional accreditations, such as glaucoma-referral refinement or post-cataract qualifications, would be advantageous but are not essential.
Salary of £54,522–£67,740 depending on experience
Full-time, permanent position
No Sunday working
No Bank Holiday working
One Saturday off each month
33 days’ holiday pro rata, including Bank Holidays
GOC and professional fees paid
Continuing education and training support
Access to CPD events
Company pension scheme
Life assurance
Company incentive scheme
Staff and family discounts
Company sick pay
Employee benefits platform
Employee Assistance Programme
Team-building events
Career-progression opportunities
A supportive independent-practice environment
BlackSquare has specialised in optical recruitment for more than 15 years.
We take the time to understand what you are looking for, provide clear and honest information about each opportunity and support you throughout the recruitment process.
Your application will be treated confidentially, and we will never send your details to an employer without discussing the position with you first.
To apply or find out more, contact BlackSquare for a confidential conversation.
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