Optometrist - Melrose, Scottish Borders
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE
Hours: Full time or part time (3-5 days), including most Saturdays with potential flexibility (1 in 4 off)
Benefits: Bonus scheme, quarterly pay reviews, 20 days holiday + bank holidays + additional leave, professional fees support (from year two), free parking

Zest Optical Recruitment is working with an independent Opticians in Melrose, Scottish Borders to recruit a full or part time Optometrist.

This is an opportunity to join a well-established, patient-focused practice with a loyal patient base. The practice offers longer test times, a relaxed clinic structure and a focus on quality care.

Optometrist - The Role

• Full or part time Optometrist role in Melrose
• Independent Opticians with a strong community presence
• Single testing clinics with 30-45 minute appointments
• Advanced equipment including OCT, DNEye Scanner
• Focus on high levels of clinical care and patient experience
• Loyal and established patient base
• Supportive, close-knit team environment
• Opportunity to build long-term patient relationships

Working Hours

• 3-5 days per week
• Including most Saturdays with potential flexibility (1 in 4 off)
• 9am to 5pm

Salary and Benefits

• Salary between £50,000 to £60,000 depending on experience
• Bonus scheme (to be discussed at interview)
• Quarterly salary reviews linked to performance
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional leave including birthday and Christmas shopping day
• Professional fees and CPD/course support (from year two)
• Free parking available
• Supportive, people-focused working environment

Optometrist - Requirements

• GOC registered Optometrist
• Right to work in the UK
• Strong communication skills and patient-focused approach
• Interest in working within an independent practice
• Professional, personable and team-focused

To apply for this Optometrist job in Melrose, Scottish Borders, please send your CV to or call for a confidential conversation.