Lead Optometrist

Lead Optometrist  

Kitchener, ON 

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

Establish your clinic 

This independent clinic is located within Specsavers at Real Canadian Superstore  in Kitchener 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 jia.dafu@specasvers.com