Lead Optometrist
The Lead Optometrist will establish and lead their own clinic, providing clinical excellence and shaping the patient experience. They will have the autonomy to grow their practice and build a team while receiving support from Specsavers.
- On-site
- Mount Pearl, NL
- Posted Jul 15, 2026
- Apply by Aug 14, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
LEAD OPTOMETRIST Mount Pearl, Newfoundland & Labrador Step into clinical leadership with flexibility within Specsavers Mount Pearl — with the freedom to grow your practice, your way. Establish your clinic in the welcoming community of Mount Pearl. Mount Pearl offers the perfect balance of suburban convenience and city accessibility, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, healthcare services, parks, and recreational amenities. Surrounded by friendly neighbourhoods and just minutes from Newfoundland's stunning coastal landscapes, it's an ideal place to build both your practice and your lifestyle. This independent clinic is located within Specsavers at the Dominion grocery store at 150 Old Placentia Road, Mount Pearl with reliable foot traffic — 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, Cindy Butt. 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 NIDEK intelligent refractor RT-6100 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 Newfoundland & Labrador 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 [email protected].
What you’ll do
The Lead Optometrist will establish and lead their own clinic, providing clinical excellence and shaping the patient experience. They will have the autonomy to grow their practice and build a team while receiving support from Specsavers.
Requirements
Candidates must be registered optometrists in Newfoundland & Labrador with an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for leadership. They should be motivated to grow a practice and work towards greater independence and ownership.
Listed skills
- Clinical carePreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Optometry
- Leadership
- Patient Care
- Clinical Autonomy
- Team Building
- Diagnostic Technology
- Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Patient Engagement
Job areas
- Healthcare
- Management & Leadership
- Retail
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 14, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
