Optical Assistant

*APPLICANTS MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE OF WORKING IN AN OPTICIANS AND FULL DISPENSING KNOWLEDGE.

Optical Assistant Position

A very exciting opportunity has become available for a customer focused Optical Assistant who is looking for a full time career move in the Stowmarket area. This practice is situated in a busy location and has a large and loyal customer base. They have a very friendly and welcoming team in place, who all work for each other to deliver the highest levels of care possible and they have a very good local reputation for excellence in customer care.

Responsibilities of the Optical Assistant

The role will entail dispensing spectacles to all levels, conducting pre-screen tests and contact lens teaches. You will also be required to carry out frame styling and give patients advice on options. Reception duties and general admin will also be a part of the role and helping with the smooth running of the practice. As an Optical Assistant you will spend your time on various aspects of meeting your customers’ needs precisely and competently. Their aim is to continually improve the quality of services offered to their customers through staff training and development.

Requirements of the Optical Assistant

My client is looking for applicants with at least 1 year of experience as an Optical Assistant ideally within a busy practice and the ability to dispense to all levels is preferred with a friendly and personable demeanour and strong personal work ethic. A customer focused approach to your work and the ability to build a strong rapport with customers and colleagues alike.

Compensation for the Optical Assistant

For your efforts, a competitive salary of £18,000 is on offer + bonus, which is approximately £500 per year and a string of professional courses for you to go on to increase your career aspirations including the dispensing optician course.

Looking forward to seeing your application

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