Optometrist, Ellis & Thompson Optometrists, Surrey

Ellis & Thompson Optometrists is a well-established optometry practice in Cobham, Surrey and became part of Eye Academy in 2014. We are known for our personalised and friendly approach to patient care, with a team of highly skilled and experienced Dispensing Opticians, committed to delivering exceptional service. We offer a wide range of private eye care services, including comprehensive eye examinations of up to an hour, contact lens fittings, and specialist clinical services. Our clinic is well-equipped with the latest equipment including Spectralis OCT and is an ideal workplace for optometrists who value professionalism, teamwork, and a patient-centred approach to eye care.

A unique, rare opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, clinically minded and team-oriented optometrist to join our high-flying team within a prestigious independent practice in Cobham, Surrey. Working for a high-end independent group brings huge job satisfaction and the knowledge you are making a difference. Join us and take your clinical skills to the next level. About you: As an experienced optometrist, you will be a key member of our team and show a willingness to deliver clinical and commercial results. You will be able to refract accurately and prescribe prism. Ideally, you will have hospital experience or additional qualifications and a good understanding of dry eye management. You will be keen to develop your skills to provide additional services such as Blephex, punctal occlusion, and private glaucoma assessments and be competent in interpreting OCT scans. You will be interested in all aspects of dispensing and understand the close relationship between refraction and premium dispensing. 

You will benefit from: 

• Salary of up to £60,000
• Bonus scheme
• Professional fees paid
• A real focus on your clinical development
• 1-hour, private only, testing with hospital-grade equipment - including OCT & Optomap
• CPD Support
• The freedom to introduce work in areas of clinical specialism that interest you
• 5 weeks paid holiday plus bank holidays (Pro-Rate)
• Option to join the company pension scheme
• No Sunday working