The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has published a report (‘Saving Money, Losing Sight’) which details how increasing numbers of patients and new treatments are stretching eye care in England to breaking point. The charity has called for an urgent inquiry into the matter. The report contains a survey of 172 eye clinic […]

New findings which could help diagnose and track the progression of Alzheimer’s disease were revealed at the US Society for Neuroscience conference this week. The team found that genetically engineered mice with Alzheimer’s lost thickness in specific cells in the retina. As the retina is a direct extension of the brain, the team concluded that the […]

Optical Lab Process Support Engineer Opportunity – Birmingham Salary up to £19,500 p.a. Flame Health Optometry are working with one of Europe’s leading optical manufacturers to find an Optical Lab Process Support Engineer in the Birmingham area. The main functions of this role are to provide support and training to the assembly department in the […]

The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) took their sight loss simulator, called the ‘Eye Pod’, to the London headquarters of the General Optical Council (GOC) yesterday, as part of their on-going campaign to raise awareness of avoidable sight loss. The ‘Eye Pod’ gives visitors a chance to see the world through the eyes […]

Dispensing Optician Opportunity – Wiltshire Fantastic salary of up to £25,000 p.a. This excellent opportunity is to work for one of the leading providers of Domiciliary Eye Care. The hours are full-time, Monday-Friday 09:00-17:30. Based at our client’s head office you will be providing essential aftercare support on the telephone and answering any queries that […]

Optometrist and Optical Assistant Joint Venture Partnership Opportunities Flame Health Optometry are working on some exciting new joint venture partner opportunities for Optometrists and Optical Assistants in a range of locations. We are currently recruiting highly motivated and enthusiastic Domiciliary Optometrists and Optical Assistants for our market leading client. With these roles, not only is […]

Senior Optometrist Opportunity – Southampton Salary up to £45,000 p.a. Flame Health Optometry are working on behalf of this very successful, large independent chain who have an exciting opportunity for an Optometrist to work at one of their practices in the Southampton area. Our client’s practices are carefully designed to achieve a modern and comfortable […]

Excellent Salary + Car or Allowance + Benefits Package + Profit Share Flame Health are currently recruiting highly motivated and enthusiastic Domiciliary Optometrists for our market leading client.  As an experienced Optometrist, you will be partnering with an experienced JVP Optical Assistant to ensure the delivery of a high quality professional service, with excellent standards […]

Optical Assistant Joint Venture Partner (JVP) Opportunity – Midlands Salary circa 25K + Benefits Package + Profit Share Flame Health Optometry are currently recruiting highly motivated and enthusiastic JVP Optical Assistants within the Midlands region for our market leading client. Not only is an excellent remuneration package available, which includes a car or car allowance […]

Flame Health Optometry are currently recruiting for a number of fantastic Optical Sales roles across the country… Sales Account Manager Opportunity – The Midlands Salary up to £30,000 p.a. We are seeking an Optical Sales Manager in the East/West Midlands on behalf of one of the world’s leading companies providing Ophthalmic Optical products. The mandate for […]

Optometrist Opportunity – Chepstow Competitive salary of up to £45,000 p.a. Could be suitable for a newly qualified Optometrist. Flame Health Optometry are currently working with one of the leading optical groups, which has a proven track record in developing and providing excellent career paths for individuals through their recognised training and development channels. The group also […]

Flame Health Optometry have a proven track record of providing professional recruitment solutions to the Optical Sector.  Registering with our Optometry team provides you with professional support, access to our latest job opportunities and exclusive optical vacancies with the leading multiple opticians, specialist optometry providers and independent opticians across the UK. Our experienced team are fully […]

Dispensing Manager Opportunity – Norwich Flame Health Optometry have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Dispensing Optician to join this patient focused optical practice based in Norwich. This role is also the perfect opportunity for a Dispensing Optician Manager who is looking to progress and develop their career. Your main responsibilities for the role will be: […]

Flame Health Optometry can help any newly qualified Optometrists looking for their first position. If this is you, contact us today! Here are two current vacancies which could be perfect for a newly qualified Optometrist… Optometrist Opportunity – Braintree Salary between £30,000 – £46,000 p.a.! Our client has has a proven track record in developing and providing […]

RA Valuations Services suggest that Optical practice owners should spend more time ‘working on the business rather than merely working in the business’ over the next 12 months if they want to maintain or increase its value. This advice is based on their findings on practice values over the last year: Overall, values for optical […]