Optometrist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Hemel Hempstead
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£58,000 / year
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

GOC Registration Optometry Patient Care Communication Skills Clinical Examination OCT Phoropter Teamwork

FULL DESCRIPTION

Optometrist Job Hemel Hempstead

  • Job Reference: FH39120
  • Published: 17th February 2026
  • Start Date: 25th May 2026
  • Salary: £56,000 (up to £58,000 FTE + Bonus)
  • Location: Hemel Hempstead
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Working Pattern: 3.5 days (Tue, Wed, Thu & Sat morning)
  • Practice: Independent Practice

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s Optometry Division is recruiting for a Part-Time Optometrist to join a long-established independent practice in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. This opportunity has arisen due to retirement, reflecting the stability, reputation, and supportive culture within the practice.

The Opportunity

  • Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
  • Position: Part-Time Optometrist
  • Working Pattern: 3.5 days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday morning)
    Flexibility to increase to 4.5 days if desired
  • Salary: Up to £58,000 FTE
  • Bonus Scheme Available
  • Free Parking Provided

The Practice Environment

  • Independent, community-focused practice
  • Single testing room
  • 25–30 minute testing times to support high-quality examinations
  • OCT and Phoropter available
  • Experienced and long-standing support team
  • Established and loyal patient base

The practice maintains strong professional relationships within the local healthcare community and is committed to continued investment in technology, training, and patient care standards.

The Role

This position would suit an Optometrist who values:

  • Professional autonomy
  • Spending quality time with patients
  • Delivering thorough, patient-centred clinical care
  • Working within a stable and supportive team

You will be supported by experienced colleagues and modern equipment, allowing you to focus on achieving excellent clinical outcomes.

Candidate Requirements

  • GOC-registered Optometrist (essential)
  • Open to experienced clinicians
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to maintaining high clinical standards

Why Apply?

  • Stable independent employer
  • Long-standing team with excellent retention
  • Structured testing times
  • Modern clinical equipment
  • Competitive salary and bonus
  • Free onsite parking
  • Flexible part-time working structure

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the UK’s leading Optical & Audiology recruitment consultancies. Our Optometry Division specialises in placing Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians, Optical Advisors, and Practice Managers across independent practices and major optical groups nationwide. We provide confidential career advice, market insight, and long-term career support to ensure candidates secure roles aligned with their professional goals and clinical ambitions.

For further information or to apply for this Optometrist job in Hemel Hempstead, please contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in confidence. Freephone 0800 085 0858, or [contact hidden] (mobile), alternatively email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

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