Optometrist Manager at Ada

Stowmarket, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC
  • MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months of joining Asda – funded and supported by us)
  • A registered performer with your NHS area team or health board
  • On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CET
  • Proven leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Use clinical and commercial expertise to ensure the team exceeds customer expectations
  • Ensure the team has the time, skills, and focus to find the right customer solutions
  • Manage a 7-day operation, driving the highest standards and generating team spirit
  • Develop the team and services using leadership skills
  • Coach and train the team
  • Ensure the highest clinical, safety, and legal standards are delivered all day, every day, for every customer

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

OptometryGOC registrationMECs accreditationWECs accreditationLeadershipTeam managementClinical careCustomer serviceNHS performer registration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Optometrist Manager role?

The position offers a competitive salary plus benefits.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What qualifications are required for the Optometrist Manager position?

Candidates must be a fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC, MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months), a registered performer with your NHS area team or health board, and on track to meet the statutory points requirement for CET.

What benefits are offered in this role?

Benefits include a discretionary company bonus, company pension up to 7% matched, 15% colleague discount, free wellbeing services, professional indemnity insurance, GOC fees paid, CET package, flexible working patterns, Asda Allies Inclusion Networks, and excellent parental leave policies.

What makes a strong candidate for the Optometrist Manager role?

A strong candidate will have proven leadership skills, experience in clinical and commercial expertise, and the ability to coach and train a team while managing a 7-day operation with high standards of clinical care, safety, and customer service.

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

Risks

Emerging AI chatbot startups pose a threat to Ada's market share.
Rapid AI advancements require continuous updates, straining Ada's resources.
Data privacy regulations could increase compliance costs for Ada.

Differentiation

Ada specializes in AI-driven chatbots for automated customer experience solutions.
The company offers a subscription-based model ensuring steady revenue and client engagement.
Ada provides consulting, development, and managed services to enhance customer support operations.

Upsides

Ada raised $130M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
Partnerships with platforms like Zendesk enhance Ada's integration capabilities.
Growing demand for AI solutions supports Ada's market expansion and client acquisition.

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