Graduate Optometrist (12-Month Contract)
Eyes & Optics by Malcolm Gin | Wonthaggi, VIC
Looking for a sea change just 100 minutes from Melbourne CBD?
Build your confidence alongside an optometrist who has spent decades mentoring graduates and sharing his knowledge with the profession.
Eyes & Optics by Malcolm Gin is a respected independent practice, known throughout the South Gippsland community for comprehensive primary eye care.
For more than 30 years, we've welcomed final-year University of Melbourne optometry students, giving new graduates the opportunity to learn in a genuinely supportive clinical environment. Malcolm also regularly shares his clinical knowledge through conferences and professional education.
ABOUT THE ROLE
12-month contract commencing February 2027 – February 2028.
Designed for new graduates ready to build confidence in a supportive clinical environment.
At Eyes & Optics, you’ll not only develop your clinical expertise but also gaining a genuine understanding of the complete patient journey. From consulting to reception and dispensing you'll see how every stage contributes to exceptional patient care.
ABOUT YOU
You'll be:
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Therapeutically endorsed.
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Passionate about developing your clinical skills, particularly in therapeutics and co-management.
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Eager to build your professional network within the optical and ophthalmic industries.
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A collaborative, adaptable and respectful team player.
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An excellent communicator with a proactive approach to learning.
ABOUT THE PRACTICE
You'll be working in a practice with three fully equipped consulting rooms featuring:
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Optos and DRS confocal scanning laser
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Digital photo slit lamp
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Humphrey Field Analyser
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Optopol Revo OCT
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Rodenstock DNEye, corneal topographer and ImpressionIST
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Complete in-house lens laboratory
You'll also enjoy exposure to:
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Ophthalmology co-management, including day-one cataract post-operative care
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Ocular therapeutics
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Glaucoma follow-up care
Why Eyes & Optics?
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Architecturally designed independent practice
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Friendly, diverse patient base within a vibrant South Gippsland community
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Member of the ProVision Independent Optometry Network
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Experienced, supportive team committed to your development
We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about us: //eyesandoptics.com.au/about/
If you're looking for a graduate position where you'll be supported, challenged and encouraged to grow, you'll join a practice that is passionate about mentoring the next generation of optometrists.
