Optometrist
Hakim Group
Optometrist
Hakim Group
Back-office services for independent eye care
Optometrist Vacancy - Kent Eyecare
Kent Eyecare is a dedicated independent practice committed to delivering unhurried, patient-focused clinical eye care. Combining community-rooted values with modern diagnostic technology, we pride ourselves on offering comprehensive eye examinations, specialised clinics, and tailored optical solutions.
Unlike high-volume retail environments, our focus is on thorough clinical care, patient continuity, and giving our practitioners the time and testing equipment required to practice at the highest professional standard. Our team operates collaboratively, with qualified support staff managing pre-screening and dispensing so our clinicians can focus entirely on patient care
We’re proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first, and joining us as our new Optometrist means being part of a team that values clinical freedom, supports your development, and encourages you to bring your personality and expertise to the role. We offer a welcoming, people first environment across our different locations, where your contributions are heard and your individuality is celebrated. Whether you're looking for the next step in your career or a fresh start in an independent group that genuinely puts patients and people before numbers, this could be the right place for you.
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance
We are looking for a full-time Optometrist to join us in delivering outstanding patient care. You’ll play a key role in providing expert advice, fitting a wide range of contact lenses, and delivering ongoing care that makes patients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for.
As an Optometrist at Kent Eyecare, you will deliver comprehensive, high-quality eye examinations and health checks, building lasting relationships with our patients in an unhurried clinical environment.
Clinical Examinations: Conduct thorough sight tests and health checks with generous, protected testing times tailored to patient needs.
Diagnostic Utilisation: Utilise modern diagnostic equipment (such as OCT and digital retinal imaging) to evaluate ocular health and guide visual management plans.
Patient Continuity: Build long-term rapport with patients, providing expert advice on visual needs, eye health, and contact lens options.
Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly alongside our experienced dispensing opticians and optical assistants to ensure smooth handovers and a complete patient care journey.
This is a role for someone who values the clinical side of the job, who enjoys building trust with patients from a variety of backgrounds, and who thrives in a team that supports each other. You’ll have the time, tools and autonomy to do your job to a high standard, without feeling rushed or restricted. Collaboration is at the heart of the practice, so you’ll work closely with your teams to ensure a smooth patient journey and a great workplace culture.
As our new Optometrist, you'll carry out thorough eye examinations and provide tailored services and solutions that align with each patient’s lifestyle and needs. You'll work within GOC guidelines and company policies to deliver expert care, while supporting the team by resolving clinical or technical queries. Your role also includes liaising with external professionals, maintaining practice equipment, and contributing your knowledge and ideas to the ongoing success of the practice.
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Back-office services for independent eye care
Hakim Group is the largest network of independent opticians and audiologists in the UK and Ireland. It uses a joint venture model that acquires a majority stake in practices while the original owners keep a minority share and continue to manage, letting each practice keep its brand and community focus. The group provides centralized back-office support—procurement, finance, accounting, IT, technical support, HR, and training—so clinicians can concentrate on eye and hearing care, with revenue coming from these shared services. Its goal is to grow its network, scale its support platform, and improve efficiency and patient care across the optical and audiology sectors.
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