Posted 20 days ago
Associate Optometrist - Grand Prairie, Alberta
@ Specsavers
Alberta
Overview
Specsavers is hiring 1-2 Associate Optometrists for its independent clinic in Grande Prairie, Alberta, working alongside Dr. Keith Jefferies. The role involves full-scope optometry, including treating eye disease, managing urgent cases and removing metal foreign bodies, with full clinical autonomy and a guaranteed minimum annual compensation of $200,000 for a 4-day week.
Responsibilities:
- Examine and treat patients, including eye disease and urgent cases
- Remove metal foreign bodies and manage emergency eye care
- Use advanced clinical technology such as OCT and automated refraction
- Consult with patients on pre-test results in the exam room
- Build strong, loyal patient relationships
Requirements summary:
- Licensed optometrist (OD)
- Ability to practise full-scope optometry independently
- Experience with advanced diagnostic equipment
- Commitment to patient-centred, proactive eye care
- Interest in clinic ownership and business development
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Physicians & advanced practice |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Store |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Specsavers
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 226 |
Associate Optometrist – Changing lives through better sight
Grand Prairie, Alberta
Work alongside Dr. Keith Jefferies, a community-focused optometrist who prioritizes building strong patient relationships and delivering high quality care. This opportunity qualifies for up to a $100k forgivable loan, as well as guaranteed earnings between $200,000 (4 day commitment) - $300,000 (5 day commitment) per year.
With the chance to practice independently with full clinical autonomy, and no restrictions on time off (when or for how long), this is an incredible opportunity!
Dr. Keith Jefferies clinic
Specsavers Grande Prairie is looking for 1-2 Associate Optometrists to join their thriving clinic, where clinical excellence and patient care come first. The clinic environment is collaborative, with a friendly team and an empathetic and approachable Partner in Dr. Jefferies, and a patient volume is loyal, established, and steady.
This is an incredible opportunity for an OD who wants to practice full-scope optometry. With limited access to emergency ophthalmology in the area, you’ll have daily opportunities to treat eye disease, manage urgent cases, remove metal foreign bodies, and use all of your optometric skills.
You’ll have access to a full suite of advanced clinical technology, including:
- Topcon Maestro2 OCT
- NIDEK Tonoref 3
- NIDEK automated lensometer
- NIDEK intelligent refract RT-6100
- S4OPTIK slit lamp
- Zeiss HFA3
A shared commitment to care — be part of a team dedicated to proactive eye health, with OCT available as a standard part of every eye exam
Integrated pre-test support— trained eyecare consultants welcome and guide your patients through pre-testing, with results sent directly to your exam room for your consultation
Clinical autonomy— practice in an independent clinic with the freedom to deliver care your way, supported by Specsavers’ technology and resources
Ongoing development — access dedicated optometry support consultants and annual continuing education opportunities for professional growth
Clinic ownership when you’re ready – develop your business acumen and ability to lead teams. Apply to Pathway, a business development program designed to support you in taking the next steps to become a clinic owner at your pace.
Compensation
A guaranteed annual minimum of $200,000 (working 4 days per week!) up to $300,000 for an established optometrist.
A forgivable loan of up to $100,000 to help you establish yourself in Grande Prairie
Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skillset by the independent clinic owner.
What makes a clinic within a 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.
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.
Apply today
Reach out to Margo Anderson at [email protected] or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margo-anderson/
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