Our team
Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology. Whether you are embarking on your optometry career or are already vastly experienced, Optical Express would love to help you take the next steps.
Providing exceptional care
For over 30 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care and 99% would recommend us to their friends and family. We’re proud to provide NHS and private patients with exceptional care through the Optical Express Group.
World-leading technology
Over £500million has been invested in our advanced technology and state of the art clinics. From anterior segment analysis via the Oculus Pentacam, to posterior segment analysis via Zeiss Cirrus OCT and Wide Angle Fundus Camera, we have technology available to support your care of patients.
Pioneering sustainability
We want to lead the decarbonisation of our industry by driving positive change to protect our planet.
Our offer to you
As the UK and Ireland’s only complete eye care provider, only Optical Express will allow you to reach your full potential. No other optical business can offer you the same clinical diversity and opportunities for accelerated career development.
Training and development
The training opportunities at Optical Express are extensive. We want to ensure we enable our optometrists to reach their full potential through comprehensive and ongoing professional development.
A clear career pathway
We are proud to offer our optometrists unparalleled clinical diversity and opportunities for accelerated career development. Whatever your ultimate career goals are, we will work with you to help you get there.
Independent Prescribing
Optical Express provide and fund the opportunity for our optometrists to gain their IP qualification through our partnership with Glasgow Caledonian University.
Our thank you
At Optical Express we understand that true success comes from having the very best people working together with one shared vision and goal. Our employee benefits are designed to thank our people for the essential role they play within our business.
Excellent salary and benefits
We are proud to offer our optometrists industry-leading salaries and bonuses, as well a range of excellent benefits.
Free surgery and private medical cover
We offer all optometrists 100% discount on laser eye surgery and lens surgery procedures, subject to clinical suitability.
Flexible working
Optometrists are entitled to 33 days annual leave as standard from their first day with Optical Express. Flexible working is also available.
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