Independant Clinical Optometrist Opportunity, Sudbury / £75,000 / 45 minute testing times / IP Fund

Independent Clinical Optometrist Opportunity, Sudbury / £75,000 / 45 minute testing times / IP Funding

An exciting opportunity has become available for a patient-focused Optometrist to join a fully private independent optical practice in Suffolk.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist looking to work within a genuinely clinical environment where quality of care comes before volume and where there is real opportunity to develop specialist interests.

The practice is particularly suited to someone with an interest in Dry Eye management, enhanced services, and building long-term patient relationships within a supportive and experienced team.

The Opportunity

• 4 days per week including alternate Saturdays
• Practice hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Saturday finish at 4:00pm
• Salary up to £75,000 FTE depending on experience
• 20 days holiday + birthday off
• Christmas to New Year closure
• Fully private independent practice
• Supportive and highly experienced team environment

This is a rare opportunity to join a practice that prioritises clinical excellence, patient experience, and staff wellbeing.

About the Practice

This established independent practice is known for delivering personalised eye care within a warm and welcoming environment.

The team pride themselves on taking time with patients, building long-term relationships, and offering a highly tailored clinical experience. The practice has developed an excellent local reputation and continues to invest heavily in advanced technology and specialist services.

Unlike high-volume environments, the focus here is on delivering exceptional patient outcomes and allowing clinicians the time and support needed to practice to a high standard.

What Your Day Will Look Like

As the resident Optometrist, you will work closely with an experienced dispensing and clinical support team to provide comprehensive and patient-focused eye care.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive eye examinations
• Managing specialist Dry Eye assessments and aftercare
• Supporting patients with AMD-related services
• Building strong long-term relationships with patients
• Recommending appropriate clinical solutions and treatment pathways
• Working collaboratively with the wider practice team
• Maintaining accurate patient records and clinical standards
• Delivering an exceptional patient experience from start to finish

This is a role where clinical care, communication, and continuity are genuinely valued.

Clinical Setup & Equipment

The practice is exceptionally well-equipped and continually invests in modern clinical technology.

Equipment and services include:

• OCT
• Optomap retinal imaging
• Valeda Light Delivery System (LDS) for Dry AMD
• Dedicated Dry Eye clinic
• Advanced Dry Eye treatment pathways
• Modern consulting and testing rooms
• Specialist clinical services and enhanced care pathways

The practice supports Optometrists who are keen to expand their clinical knowledge and develop specialist interests.

Clinical Focus

This is not a volume-driven role.

The practice is structured to allow clinicians to work to a high clinical standard with:

• 45-minute testing times
• Double testing most days
• Strong focus on enhanced patient care
• Specialist Dry Eye and AMD services
• High levels of clinical autonomy

This environment is ideal for Optometrists who value thorough examinations and relationship-led care.

Who They're Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist
• Have a patient-first and clinically focused approach
• Enjoy working within an independent practice setting
• Have an interest in Dry Eye or specialist services
• Be personable, professional, and team-oriented
• Value quality patient care over testing volume

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This role offers the chance to step into a genuinely rewarding independent environment where clinicians are trusted, supported, and encouraged to develop professionally.

You will be joining a practice that offers:

• Clinical freedom and autonomy
• Specialist service exposure
• Modern technology and ongoing investment
• Longer testing times
• A collaborative and welcoming team
• Excellent work-life balance
• A fully private patient-focused setting

For Optometrists looking to move away from transactional optics and into a more rewarding clinical environment, this is an exceptional opportunity.

INTERESTED?

If you are interested then please contact me on OR - I will answer any questions and provide all details needed.

Recommendations / Refer a Friend

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