Optometrist at Ada

Newcastle, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Retail, OpticalIndustries

Requirements

A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC
A registered performer with your NHS area team or health board
MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months of joining Asda – funded and supported by us)
On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD
Able to use your skills and passion for the role to deliver a memorable customer experience
Passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the culture of the department

Responsibilities

Screening patients
Coaching and training the wider team
Helping to maintain standards on the department
Delivering high quality patient care, putting customers first
Delivering a wide range of care for the treatment and monitoring of minor eye conditions
Working in partnership with an Optical Manager (a qualified Dispensing Optician) to create an environment that combines both clinical and operational excellence
Supporting with coaching, training, and helping to develop new patient services to ensure current and accessible services for customers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

OptometryPatient ScreeningEye Condition TreatmentClinical CoachingTeam TrainingNHS Eye CareCPD Training

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Optometrist position?

The salary is competitive plus benefits.

Is this a full-time or part-time role, and where is it located?

This is a part-time permanent position located in Wolstanton, with 36 hours per week on day shifts.

What qualifications and skills are required for this Optometrist role?

You must be a fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC, a registered performer with your NHS area team or health board, MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain within 12 months, funded by Asda), on track for CPD points, and passionate about customer experience and developing services.

What benefits are offered in this role?

Benefits include a discretionary company bonus, company pension up to 7% matched, 15% colleague discount in store and online, and free access to wellbeing services like Wagestream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans, and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline.

What training and support does Asda provide to Optometrists?

Asda offers a fantastic CPD programme, protected time for further accreditations funded by the company, and access to in-store, regional, and home office teams for clinical and service-based support.

Ada

Automates customer service with AI chatbots

About Ada

Ada provides automated customer experience solutions through AI-powered chatbots that help businesses streamline customer service tasks. The platform operates on a subscription model, allowing companies to automate repetitive tasks and improve customer satisfaction while reducing costs. Ada differentiates itself by offering a comprehensive suite of services, including consulting and managed services, backed by strong venture capital support. The company's goal is to transform customer service management by enhancing efficiency and engagement through automation.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$185.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

201-500Employees