Want to practise in one of Scotland's most beautiful university towns?
The Company
This independent practice has served St Andrews and North East Fife for over 40 years, with a loyal base of students, families and visitors. The owner is a practising optometrist who invests in equipment and leaves clinical decisions to you.
The Position
You will work as a full time Optometrist, Tuesday to Saturday, seeing a varied mix of NHS Scotland eye examinations, acute eye care appointments and private work. A dispensing optician and a friendly reception team keep the practice running smoothly, so your focus stays on patients. The Old Course, West Sands beach and the Fife coast are all on your doorstep, with Dundee thirty minutes away and Edinburgh just over an hour. This suits an experienced optometrist who wants a quieter pace of life, autonomy and a long-term home in Fife. The salary is up to £70,000, depending on experience.
Why Should You Apply?
- Salary of up to £70,000, depending on experience
- Tuesday to Saturday working week, with Sunday and Monday off
- 35-minute eye examinations
- OCT and digital retinal imaging in the practice
- GOC fees and indemnity paid
- 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Paid CPD and support toward independent prescribing
- Employer pension
- Free eye tests for you and your family
- Requirements
- GOC registered or ability to be
- Clean GOC record
- Full time only, Tuesday to Saturday
- Experience of NHS Scotland eye examinations
- Right to work in the UK
- If you cannot offer the above requirements, please do not apply for the position.
INTERESTED?
To find out more, call or email . Oliver will answer any questions and provide all details needed.Recommendations / Refer a Friend
Vivid Optical are working in partnership on this vacancy / optical group. If you are not interested but know someone who would be perfect for such a job, then we can offer up to £500 for each successful recommendation. Please email and we will keep you informed about the £500!
Optometrist, St Andrews: up to £70,000 in a Fife independent employer: Vivid Optical
Join a leading optometry practice that prioritises both patient care and employee satisfaction. With a competitive salary of up to £65,000, generous holiday allowances, and a supportive work culture, you will thrive in an environment that encourages clinical progression and collaboration with experienced professionals. Our state-of-the-art technology and flexible working options make this an ideal place for passionate Optometrists looking to make a meaningful impact in eye care.
