Lead Optometrist - Halifax

Job summary

Establish and lead an independent optometry clinic within a Specsavers retail location. Manage patient care using advanced diagnostic technology while building a practice and leading a clinical team.

Job details

LEAD OPTOMETRIST Halifax, Nova Scotia Step into clinical leadership with flexibility within Specsavers Halifax — with the freedom to grow your practice, your way. Establish your clinic in the vibrant city of Halifax. Halifax offers the perfect balance of urban convenience and coastal living, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, healthcare services, parks, and recreational amenities. Surrounded by welcoming communities and Nova Scotia's stunning Atlantic coastline, it's an ideal place to build both your practice and your lifestyle. This independent clinic is located within Specsavers at the Real Atlantic Superstore at 3601 Joseph Howe Drive — supporting consistent access to new and returning patients. This is a strong opportunity for brand visibility and patient engagement. This clinic operates in a fully fitted, professionally designed space with one exam room and pre-test room. The Specsavers retail store is owned and managed by experienced optician, Victoria Waters. The team of trained eyecare consultants at the store welcome and guide your patients through pre-testing. Your opportunity This role is designed for optometrists seeking greater autonomy, leadership, and a pathway towards ownership: Start your own clinic your way — practice as an independent optometrist with full clinical autonomy Flexibility to grow at your pace — start with as little as one day per week and expand over time; you have the flexibility to maintain your current commitments how it works for you Build and lead your team — shape the culture and patient experience within your clinic Pathway to ownership — unlock future partnership opportunities Deliver clinical excellence — your clinic includes access a full suite of advanced diagnostic technology, including: * NIDEK Tonoref 3 * NIDEK automated lensometer * Topcon Maestro2 * S4OPTIK slit lamp Support when you need it — benefit from Specsavers’ back office support, resources, and professional development, so you can stay focused on patient care. What you’ll bring * Registered optometrist in Nova Scotia * Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for leadership and delivering quality, patient-centred care * Motivated to take on leadership and grow a practice * Interested in building toward greater independence and ownership What makes being a Lead Optometrist with Specsavers different? At Specsavers, we believe quality eyecare starts with a simple idea: putting people first, always. For over 40 years, Specsavers has been committed to making quality eyecare and affordable eyewear accessible to everyone — because we believe no one should have to compromise on their eye health, regardless of their background or circumstances. That’s why we’ve made OCT available as a standard part of eye exams. Today, we’re the world’s largest privately owned optical retailer and still a family-owned business. We’re a place where you can feel you belong, and be part of something that truly makes a difference. Make it your own – with the confidence and support of being backed a globally trusted brand. Learn more about this location and more Reach out to Anne Abrahamian at anne.abrahamian@specsavers.com. #LI-AA1

What you’ll do

Establish and lead an independent optometry clinic within a Specsavers retail location. Manage patient care using advanced diagnostic technology while building a practice and leading a clinical team.

Requirements

Must be a registered optometrist with an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for leadership. Candidates should be motivated to grow a practice and interested in a pathway toward ownership.

Benefits

• Professional Development
• Back Office Support
• Pathway To Ownership

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical Leadership
• Practice Management
• Patient Care
• Diagnostic Technology
• Entrepreneurship
• Clinical Autonomy

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Retail

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