Dispensing Optician
at Corry & Christie Opticians
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About this role
An opportunity may exist for a Qualified Dispensing Optician to join an established optical practice in Aberdeen City. In this type of role, you would interpret ophthalmic prescriptions, offering expert advice on frame styles and lens choices to meet individual patient needs. Key responsibilities could include taking precise facial measurements, ensuring accurate spectacle fitting and adjustments, and managing more complex dispensing requirements. You might also be involved in contact lens fitting and aftercare. Working collaboratively with optometrists and the wider practice team would be essential to provide a comprehensive and positive patient journey from consultation through to collection and aftercare.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a diverse range of professional experiences within an optical practice environment similar to Corry & Christie Opticians. Career progression pathways might include developing expertise in specialised dispensing areas like contact lenses or low vision, moving into practice management, or undertaking training and development roles. Support for ongoing professional development, such as Continuing Education and Training (CET) points and GOC fee reimbursement, is often available. The variety of dispensing cases encountered could be significant, contributing to skill enhancement. Furthermore, living and working in Aberdeen City offers access to cultural attractions and recreational opportunities.