Optometrist (Gawler Optical)

Proudly member-owned since 1911, National Pharmacies advocates for making quality healthcare more accessible and more affordable to more people.  Our members benefit directly with access to expert health, optical and beauty services and savings across our full range of products.  We are continually evolving to meet the changing needs of our members and supporting our communities through local health programs and sponsorships.

At National Pharmacies, we believe our people are our biggest asset.

We are committed to fostering a values-driven culture, that supports our team members to fulfil our purpose of Caring for People, Enabling Health and Inspiring Wellness in the communities in which we serve.

We are currently looking for an Optometrist to join our Optical team on a full-time basis.  This opportunity will suit an individual who will embrace the challenge of working for a member-based organisation and takes pride in running the practice as if it were their own.

At Optical by National Pharmacies, we offer 30-minute scheduled consults, and you will be responsible for:

• Performing eye examinations for a broad range of patient and appointment types
• Provide Eyewear and Eyecare solutions for every patient.
• be committed to continued professional development and education.
• Recommending lens types based on patient's lifestyle needs.
• Building appointments by getting out in the community and expanding our vision care in retirement villages
• Work with the Optical Store Manager and Pharmacy Store Manager to ensure the best service for our members.

You are an APHRA registered Optometrist with a current Australian Optometry membership (or equivalent) who lives by the National Pharmacies values. You have a minimum of 2 years' experience, who is a commercial thinker, with a strong understanding of the day-to-day operations of an optical practice; or a newly graduated Optometrist looking to apply all of that practice and experience into your everyday life within a fully supported team. You are a professional, customer experience driven team player who has the desire to continually improve and deliver the best results possible.

As a member of our team, you will enjoy:

• Employee discounts across our entire range of health, beauty and optical products
• Working for an organisation that supports the community and genuinely cares about its customers through sponsorships and investment in our business
• Working with the latest season release of some of the world's most prestigious optical and sunglass fashion brands
• Participation in a number of incentive programs
• Our annual Employee Awards night
• A chance to participate in the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant

If you would like to join an organisation helping people Be Well, please check the attached roster, then complete the online application.