Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Lead Optometrist to join our amazing and supportive team. This is a great opportunity to join a growing and developing business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training programs.
Company Overview
We are rated as a ‘great place to work’ and here are some of our amazing benefits:
1. Generous salary which is reviewed annually. This role pays up to £80k dependent on experience + 10% bonus + 5% commission
2. Generous matched pension contributions
3. Job training programs
4. 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
5. Flexible working and SMART working schemes – because we believe in work-life balance
6. Funded training and development – because we believe in our people
7. Celebrating your anniversaries – because we value loyalty and commitment
8. Annual STAR awards
9. Blue Light Card (amazing discounts online and on the high street)
10. Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
11. Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling for your wellbeing
12. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
13. Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
The Role
This role is a key part of a multidisciplinary team, working closely with Consultants, Hospital Managers, Clinical Leads, and the Regional Team. Responsibilities include conducting pre- and post-operative consultations to assess patient suitability for treatment in both NHS and private clinics. Additionally, the role involves managing a team of 10–15 optometrists, depending on regional size, ensuring continuous coaching, development, and training to maintain standardized business pathways and compliance with key performance indicators (KPIs), such as conversion rates. The role is structured as 75% management and 25% clinical activity, requiring frequent regional travel and daily remote team management.
Requirements
1. Fully qualified Optometrist with current GOC registration
2. Extensive experience in refractive surgery, high-volume NHS clinics, or a high-street/hospital optometry setting
3. Proficiency in using patient administration and electronic medical record systems
4. Experience working towards conversion targets and key performance indicators (KPIs)
5. Leadership experience or equivalent experience in training and supporting optometrists
6. Experience in performance management, training, and coaching
If this sounds like you, please get in touch with us by applying for the role.
Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.
Closing date: Please get your application to us as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.
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