Optical Assistant

Give advice to patients on lens type, frames and styling

With further training, fit contact lenses and give advice on their care and use

Take frame and facial measurements to ensure correct fit and positioning

Advise partially sighted patients on the use of low vision aids

Advise patients when adjustments or repairs to spectacles are needed

Select, manage and order a range of optical products

Order lenses from prescription houses

Check lenses on delivery to ensure that they meet the required specifications

Arrange and maintain shop displays

Liaise with sales representatives from vision care product suppliers

Supervise and train trainee dispensing opticians.

As a practice manager, you'll also need to:

Recruit staff and manage their training and professional development

Undertake the day-to-day management of the practice

Take responsibility for meeting sales targets

Maintain stock levels

Plan and administer business development, including marketing activities

Keep accurate patient and business records.

Salary
Pay is dependent upon experience and overall skill set and can be discussed with both HCP consultant and at interview stage.

Work Environment
You would usually work 5 days out of 7 including some late evenings and weekends.
You would wear a uniform.
Full time role

Able to communicate with people of all ages and from different backgrounds
Able to work well as part of a team
Enthusiastic and willing to learn
Friendly, courteous and approachable
Able to provide excellent customer service
Able to sell products and services
Up to date with current styles
Tactful and diplomatic., working in an opticians: 1 year (required)

This leading independent group are looking for a quality driven candidate to work within this established and close working team.

Paying a significant salary for a professional customer focused candidate.

Role details

You could be, Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £22,000.00-£26,000.00 per year

Additional pay:
Bonus scheme
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Sick pay
Store discount
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability