Optometrist

About the Role

Join the Specsavers team in Cessnock as a full-time Optometrist and make a significant impact on patients' vision and eye health. As part of a dedicated team using innovative eye care technology, you will provide expert care to a diverse community of working-class families and professionals in a well-established store equipped with advanced diagnostic tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough eye examinations using advanced tools such as OCT scans, HFA-3 Visual fields, auto-phoropters, autorefractors, and non-contact tonometry.
• Deliver expert advice and treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs to improve and preserve eye health.
• Engage in community outreach initiatives and contribute to Specsavers’ partnerships aimed at transforming lives through eye care.
• Collaborate effectively with two fellow Optometrists and the retail team to ensure seamless patient care and store operations.
• Support continuous improvement and innovation in eye care delivery within the store.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualifications and registration enabling practice as an Optometrist.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient service.
• Capacity to work within a team-oriented environment and participate in community engagement activities.
• Willingness to work a full-time schedule including one weekend day.

Benefits and Perks

• Attractive salary package up to $120,000 plus superannuation, based on experience.
• Access to cutting-edge optical technology at no additional patient cost.
• Professional Indemnity Insurance covered by employer.
• Opportunities for career growth, including leadership roles and the Specsavers Partner Pathway Program allowing progression to store ownership.
• Continuous professional development access via the MyCPD portal and invitation to the Annual Specsavers Clinical Conference.
• Employee wellness benefits including health insurance discounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), financial wellbeing support, and gym membership discounts.
• Additional leave benefits including birthday and volunteer leave.
• Exclusive discounts via the Specsavers Perks App and discounts on eyewear for employees and their families.

Additional Information

• The store is part of a network recognized as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years and ranked 12th on the World’s Best Places to Work in 2025.
• Specsavers leads in community eye care initiatives such as KeepSight registrations and glaucoma detection.
• Diversity, inclusion, and flexible work culture are core values, supporting employees to bring their authentic selves to work.