Optometrist Independent Chain Edinburgh

An established, community-focused practice in Edinburgh is looking to welcome an Optometrist to its team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-equipped branch with a strong clinical setup and a supportive, experienced on-site team.

The practice is open Monday to Friday 09:00-18:00 and Saturday 09:00-17:30, offering a structured working week with a good balance of routine clinics and clinical variety.

About the practice and role:

• Two fully equipped test rooms plus a dedicated pre-screen room

• Brand-new OCT recently installed

• Henson visual fields machine

• Two Pulseair tonometers, one in each test room

• One test room fitted with a phoropter and one with a trial frame

• On average 7-8 optical clinics per week

• Audio clinic held once per fortnight

• Most days spent working alongside another Optometrist, with occasional solo testing

You will be supported by an established in-branch team, including a Branch Manager, Dispensing Optician, and Customer Care Assistant, ensuring a smooth and well-organised clinic environment.

About you:

• GOC-registered Optometrist

• Highly organised with a genuine patient-first approach

• Confident delivering high clinical standards while maintaining commercial awareness

• Motivated to contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the branch

• A strong team player who enjoys working collaboratively

Benefits include:

• Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience

• 30-40 minute testing times

• Performance-based branch bonus

• Access to up-to-date designer frames

• High-quality, Scottish-made lenses

• Flexible working hours with minimal late nights and weekend commitments

• Two 100% discount vouchers per year (spectacles, sunglasses, or annual contact lens supply)

• Generous family and friends discounts

• GOC registration and FODO cover paid

• 34 days annual leave inclusive of public holidays

• Access to high street discounts via an employee benefits portal

• Clear career progression and development opportunities

• The opportunity to be part of a supportive business that genuinely cares about its people and patients

Why BlackSquare?

Established in 2010 and specialising in eye and hearing care recruitment, BlackSquare combines local market knowledge with a global reach to help professionals make informed and confident career decisions.

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