Optical Assistant
at Asda Opticians (Spondon)
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About this role
Optical Assistant
Asda Opticians (Spondon) Derby Road, Derby, DE21 7LW, UK
As an Optical Assistant at Asda Opticians (Spondon), you will be the initial point of contact for all patients. Your responsibilities are crucial to the efficient operation of the practice.
Day-to-day duties include:
- Welcoming patients and managing their appointments.
- Conducting essential pre-screening tests, such as autorefraction, tonometry, and visual fields.
- Providing support during frame selection.
- Performing basic frame adjustments and repairs.
- Processing patient orders accurately.
- Ensuring the practice environment is well-maintained and presentable.
You play a central role in ensuring a seamless patient journey and contributing to the overall smooth running of the Spondon practice.
What working in a role like this could offer you
Working as an Optical Assistant at Asda Opticians in Spondon, Derby, offers significant advantages. You'll benefit from clear career progression pathways, including opportunities for dispensing optician training via the FBDO qualification, specialisation in contact lenses, or moving into practice management.
Continuous training and development is a core feature, encompassing comprehensive on-the-job learning, the chance to earn , and manufacturer-led product training. This role provides entry without a degree, yet offers within a with consistent demand across the UK.