Optical Assistant
at Dixons Opticians
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About this role
Dixons Opticians in Lincoln is seeking an Optical Assistant to join their practice at 194 High St, Lincoln, LN5 7AL. This role is fundamental to the patient journey, acting as the initial point of contact for all visitors.
Your daily duties will encompass:
- Warmly greeting patients upon arrival.
- Efficiently managing appointment schedules.
- Conducting pre-screening tests, including autorefraction, tonometry, and visual field assessments.
- Providing support with frame selection and offering basic advice.
- Performing minor frame adjustments and repairs.
- Processing patient orders accurately.
- Maintaining the presentation and tidiness of the practice floor.
As a key member of the team, you will ensure the smooth operational flow of Dixons Opticians, contributing significantly to a positive patient experience.
What working in a role like this could offer you
Working as an Optical Assistant at Dixons Opticians in Lincoln offers a stable and progressive career path. You'll benefit from comprehensive training and development, including on-the-job learning and opportunities to pursue recognised qualifications like NVQs.
Dixons Opticians provides clear career progression pathways. These include routes to become a (FBDO), specialise in contact lens care, or move into . The optical sector itself offers due to consistent demand across the UK.