Eyehut
Resident Optometrist
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Optometrist – Eyehut
Location: Eyehut 21 St Peter Street Derby DE1 2AA United Kingdom
Contract: Permanent | Salary: £40,000 – £55,000+ (to be discussed / DOE)
About the Role
At Eyehut, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care – using modern diagnostic equipment, collaborating with experienced colleagues, and supporting your community with clinical excellence. Every day brings new opportunities to lead clinics, provide expert eye health assessments, and mentor your team.
Eyehut is currently recruiting an Optometrist for our Derby practice. You'll join a supportive team dedicated to delivering outstanding eye care to the local community while working in a modern, patient-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead eye clinics and deliver outstanding patient care.
- Use advanced testing technology to assess eye health and provide professional guidance.
- Provide enhanced services such as triage support and advanced eye health assessments.
- Offer clinical support and guidance to colleagues.
- Collaborate with external healthcare professionals.
- Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and share insights with the team.
- Contribute actively to the leadership and smooth operation of the practice.
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Requirements
- Qualification: Confident, compassionate, and patient-focused Optometrist.
- Registration: GOC registered (or expecting registration within 6 months).
- NHS Performer Number: Possession or working towards gaining one.
- Skills: Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.
- Mindset: Genuine interest in patient care and professional development.
Desirable
- Experience providing enhanced services.
- Familiarity with local clinical networks.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Reimbursement of General Optical Council registration and professional indemnity fees.
- Generous employee discounts for you and a family member.
- 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata).
- Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership.
- Staff discount on glasses and optical products.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
About Eyehut
At Eyehut, we help everyone see what's possible—from our customers to our colleagues. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and the diversity of our team is central to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace.
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Located in the heart of Derby, our practice combines trusted community eye care with modern clinical technology. You'll be part of a friendly, supportive team committed to delivering exceptional patient experiences and maintaining the highest standards of clinical care.
Next Steps
Once you apply, our recruitment team will contact you to update you on the outcome of your application or arrange the next steps. For full-time roles, we are happy to discuss part-time and job-share opportunities.
If you require additional support during the application or interview process, we'll gladly provide reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best.
This role requires the successful candidate to complete a pre-employment check following a conditional offer. Depending on your location, you may be required to complete a:
- DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)
- PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups)
- or Access NI check.
Eyehut will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.
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