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Dispensing Optician

Employer
Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care
Location
St Albans
Salary
competitive + benefits
Closing date
20 Jan 2021

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Job Role
Dispensing Optician
Sector
Multiple Practice
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

We are searching for a qualified Dispensing Optician to join our vibrant team 5 days per week within our St Albans practice.

A bit about us…

Leightons is a retail opticians and audiology business, founded in 1928. We are proudly independent, family-owned and family run and believe our people are the key to success and longevity. Leightons have grown to have 34 stores, all special and unique – 24 fully owned, 7 franchised, 2 co-owned and 1 business operating under its own name.

The role…

Our Dispensing Opticians are an integral part of each of our branches, ensuring that each store has adequate and correct stock whilst liaising with each customer on a one to one basis regarding their latest prescription. Core tasks of this role will include;

  • Dispensing spectacles to current prescriptions
  • Ensure that stock is maintained and accurate against purchase orders
  • Assist the Branch Manager in tracking and monitoring branch performance
  • Work with customers on a consultative basis regarding the available stock
  • Adjust spectacles as per customer requirements
  • Ensure all reminders are followed up, ensuring all parties are kept up to date
Requirements

This is an ideal position for a fully qualified Dispensing Optician with strong communication skills, searching for a brand that values quality over quantity. Complete customer satisfaction is our aim, meaning our DO’s need to be engaging, motivated and able to work with customers on a consultative basis.

Benefits
  • Staff Discount
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Access to Leightons Learning Academy
  • Further Education and Progression

Company

Welcome to Leightons Opticians and Hearing Care, a proudly independent, family-owned, and family-run establishment since 1928. With 35 practices spread across the UK, offering a diverse range of unique opportunities for eyecare and audiology professionals.

At Leightons, we firmly believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success and enduring legacy. We are committed to equipping all our practices with cutting-edge technology, including OCT and Optomap, to ensure the highest standard of vision care for our patients. Our clinical approach, combined with our emphasis on advanced technology, enables us to deliver an exceptional level of precision and care in both optical and audiology services.

Central to Leightons' values is the meaningful time we invest with our patients. We prioritise building strong relationships, understanding their individual needs, and delivering personalised care to ensure their satisfaction and well-being. Furthermore, we place a strong focus on nurturing professional development and growth, offering our team members the support, training, autonomy, and opportunities they need to truly excel in their careers.

We are currently on the lookout for passionate, caring, and driven optometrists, dispensing opticians, optical and hearing assistants, and audiologists to join our dedicated team. If you are seeking an environment that values clinical excellence, cutting-edge technology, patient-centred care, and opportunities for professional advancement, Leightons Opticians and Hearing Care is the place for you. Contact us today; we look forward to hearing from you and exploring how we can work together to provide outstanding eyecare and audiology services to our patients.

Company info
Website
Mini-site
Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care
Telephone
07590 375892
Location
Clarendon House
63 Downing Street
Farnham
Surrey
GU97PN
United Kingdom

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