Optometrist

About the Role

Join a passionate team focused on enhancing vision and hearing health, combining innovation and expert patient care. At Specsavers, career progression is strongly encouraged, whether it be through leadership roles, clinical specialties, mentorship, or community outreach initiatives.

This opportunity is based at our Riccarton store in Christchurch, a lively mall location with six advanced test rooms and a robust team of eight Optometrists. This dynamic environment offers high patient throughput and extensive clinical support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert eye care services using advanced diagnostic technology, including OCT scans, HFA-3 Visual Fields, auto-phoropters, autorefractors, and non-contact tonometers.
• Focus on myopia management and paediatric eye care, addressing a broad and clinically interesting patient base.
• Provide advanced contact lens fittings, including RGP lenses and orthokeratology, and manage an increasing number of patients with dry eye conditions.
• Contribute to community health initiatives, supporting partnerships that restore sight and improve eye care accessibility.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Optometrist with appropriate clinical expertise.
• Strong interest in clinical development areas like myopia control, paediatric care, contact lens fitting, and dry eye management.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume setting while delivering compassionate patient care.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary package with experience-based bonuses and relocation support.
• Flexible work schedules offering the choice of four or five-day weeks.
• Professional indemnity insurance coverage provided by the employer.
• Access to career development resources such as the MyCPD portal and invitations to annual clinical conferences.
• Health and wellbeing programs including health insurance discounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), financial wellness tools, and gym membership discounts.
• Additional leave benefits including birthday and volunteer leave.
• Exclusive shopping discounts through the Specsavers Perks App.
• Annual entitlement of two complimentary pairs of glasses plus 30% discounts for family and friends.

About Specsavers

Specsavers leads community eye care efforts, playing a critical role in detecting preventable blindness and managing conditions such as glaucoma and myopia. Recognized as a top employer and a leader in eye testing and contact lens retail within Australia and New Zealand, Specsavers fosters a diverse and inclusive culture that supports employees bringing their full selves to work.