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To enable you to be at your best in your role, you’ll have access to emerging technologies, dedicated clinical support teams, as well as unique to Boots Opticians training, no matter your level of experience. Wherever you are in your optometrist career, there is always something new to learn, experiences to gain and ways to grow with Boots OpticiansAbout the opportunity\nYou will be a key part of a team that is passionate about delivering unforgettable customer care, all while having the support, resources, and progression opportunities that come with the biggest brand in healthcare.\nYour main responsibilities will include: \nLeading clinics and providing specialist care and advice to all patients \nTesting eyes using the latest technology whilst maintaining outstanding patient care. \nDelivering enhanced services dependant on the store needs \nResponding to emergency triages \nWorking with external healthcare professionals\nProviding clinical support to team members on the shop floor \nProviding advice to patients using your clinical knowledge \nKeeping up to date with latest clinical practices. \nWorking closely with senior stakeholders \nWhat you’ll need to have\nThe essential skills or experience needed to succeed in this role:\nGOC registered (or expecting to be in the next 6 months) \nAdditional registration with the relevant NHS body\nDrive to deliver excellent patient care.\nExcellent communication and organisation skills \nThe motivation to ‘See What’s Possible’ for our teams, customers, and patients. \nOur benefits\nCompetitive base salary \nBoots Retirement Savings Plan (company contribution of up to 12%)\nReimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees \nCPD days across the year, keeping you up to date.\nEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay.\nPerformance based quarterly bonus.\nGenerous employee discounts for yourself and another family member\n33 days holidays including bank holiday (pro-rata)\nFlexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and much more.\n70% discount off glasses \nWe have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. 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