A promising start
Petru got the job and, within three months, received a pay rise and a permanent position. He loved every minute of the job and was always excited about learning something new. This enthusiasm led him to approach his directors, Peter Rooke and Mike Dearlove, about enrolling in the day release Dispensing Optician (DO) course.
Academic pursuits
In 2015, Petru started the DO course at Bradford College, graduating in 2018 with distinction—all while working full-time and welcoming a second child. Towards the end of the course, there was a pivotal moment. One day at work, a patient he had previously helped was upset in the waiting area. She had been diagnosed with a retinal detachment and needed to go to A&E immediately. Despite her distress, she couldn't stop praising the optometrist, Helen, for her calm and informative approach.
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Competitive
Location
Livingston, Scotland, United Kingdom
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Optometrist
Locations
Livingston
Description
Want to be the reason why people should’ve gone to Specsavers? As an Optometrist here, you’ll be the go-to for eye examinations and contact lens services, helping us keep the nation seeing 20/20. You
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Up to £43k depending on experience
Location
Hamilton, Scotland, United Kingdom
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Optometrist
Locations
Hamilton
Description
Want to be the reason why people should’ve gone to Specsavers? As an Optometrist here, you’ll be the go-to for eye examinations and contact lens services, helping us keep the nation seeing 20/20. You
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Competitive
Location
Wick, Scotland, United Kingdom
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Optometrist
Locations
Wick
Description
Position: Optometrist Location: Orkney, Orkney Islands, Scotland Salary: Excellent salary plus enhanced benefits Working hours: Full or part-time working patterns available Experience level: Open to b
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