Lead Optometrist - Thunder Bay

Job summary

Establish and lead an independent optometry clinic within a Specsavers location, managing the patient experience and clinical culture. Deliver high-quality eye care using advanced diagnostic technology while growing the practice toward potential ownership.

Job details

LEAD OPTOMETRIST Thunder Bay, Ontario Step into clinical leadership with flexibility within Specsavers Thunder Bay — with the freedom to grow your practice, your way. Establish your clinic in Thunder Bay. Thunder Bay offers an exceptional quality of life with affordable living and easy access to stunning outdoor recreation. As the largest city in Northwestern Ontario, it serves a broad surrounding community with a growing need for eye care. It's an excellent place to build both your practice and your lifestyle. This independent clinic is located within Specsavers at the Real Canadian Superstore conveniently situated near the intersection of Carrick Street and Harbour Expressway, benefiting from reliable foot traffic and consistent access to new and returning patients. 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, Carla Yourk. 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 * Reichert Manual Phoropter * 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 Ontario 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 location, managing the patient experience and clinical culture. Deliver high-quality eye care using advanced diagnostic technology while growing the practice toward potential ownership.

Requirements

Must be a registered optometrist in Ontario with an entrepreneurial mindset. Candidates should be motivated to take on leadership responsibilities and interested in building an independent practice.

Benefits

• Professional Development
• Back Office Support
• Pathway To Ownership

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Clinical Leadership
• Practice Management
• Patient Care
• Diagnostic Technology
• Entrepreneurship
• Clinical Autonomy
• Technology Entrepreneurship
• Patient-Centered Care
• LAMP (Software Bundle)
• Eye Examination
• Leadership

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Retail
• Optometrist
• Optometrists and Ophthalmic Opticians
• Optometrists

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