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Lead Optometrist- Thunder Bay

@ Specsavers

Thunder Bay, Ontario

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Overview

Specsavers is hiring a Lead Optometrist for its independent clinic inside the Specsavers store at Real Canadian Superstore in Thunder Bay, ON. The role offers full clinical autonomy, leadership of a clinic team, and a pathway to ownership, with flexibility to start at one day per week and expand over time. Registration as an optometrist in Ontario is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide clinical optometric care in an independent clinic
  • Lead and build the clinic team and patient experience
  • Use advanced diagnostic technology for eye exams
  • Grow the practice and patient base

Requirements summary:

  • Registered optometrist in Ontario
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Passion for leadership and patient-centred care
  • Interest in building toward ownership

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Employer posting date
2026-10-25
First seen by our source
2026-10-26
Source record updated
2026-10-26

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Job details

SeniorityLead
DepartmentPhysicians & advanced practice
Manages peopleYes
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingStore, Hospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsRegistered optometrist in Ontario

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Job description

Lead Optometrist

Thunder Bay, ON

Step into clinical leadership with flexibility within Specsavers Thunder Bay — with the freedom to grow your practice, your way.

Establish your clinic

This independent clinic is located within Specsavers at Real Canadian Superstore in Thunder Bay 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. 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 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 Jia Dafu at [email protected]

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