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We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Director, who as part of our senior management team, will provide strategic and operational clinical leadership across Optical Express optometry services, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and patient‑centred eye care. As an Independent Prescribing (IP) qualified optometrist, the post‑holder will lead on clinical governance, advanced clinical pathways, and the ongoing development of optometric practice across the company. This role combines hands‑on clinical expertise, leadership, and strategic influence, supporting Optical Express’s commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Job Responsibility:
Provide clinical leadership and direction to optometrists and wider eye care teams across your division
Act as a senior clinical decision-maker, supporting complex case management and escalation
Lead, develop, and maintain robust clinical governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with GOC standards and CPD requirements, Company policies, SOPs, and clinical pathways
Serve as a clinical ambassador for Optical Express with external stakeholders where required
Utilise IP qualification to support optometrists in managing ocular disease safely and effectively
Champion expanded and enhanced optometric services where appropriate
Provide guidance and mentorship to clinicians working towards higher qualifications
Drive a culture of patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous improvement
Oversee incident reporting, investigations, and learning outcomes
Monitor clinical KPIs, audit outcomes, and patient feedback to improve service quality
Collaborate with senior leadership on clinical strategy and service development
Provide optometric expertise in relation to new services, technologies, or pathways
Support recruitment, retention, and succession planning of optometrists
Contribute to policy development and organisational change initiatives