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Qualified Dispensing Optician – Duffy Opticians, Mansfield

Duffy Opticians in Mansfield seeks a skilled Qualified Dispensing Optician to join their Nottinghamshire practice. This role is central to delivering comprehensive optical care.

Your responsibilities will include:

Accurately interpreting ophthalmic prescriptions to determine appropriate dispensing solutions.
Guiding patients through frame and lens choices, considering their lifestyle and visual needs.
Taking precise measurements for optimal spectacle fit and function.
Expertly fitting and adjusting eyewear, ensuring comfort and correct alignment.
Managing more intricate dispensing challenges and providing thorough patient support.
Conducting contact lens fitting and aftercare appointments as required.

You will work collaboratively with the optometrist and the wider practice team, contributing to a seamless patient journey from examination through to dispensing and follow-up care. This position offers an opportunity to apply your dispensing expertise within a dedicated optical setting.

At Duffy Opticians (Mansfield), you'll find a supportive environment for your career growth. We encourage exploration of diverse dispensing challenges, offering exposure to a broad spectrum of patient needs.

Discover opportunities for advancement:

To excel as a Qualified Dispensing Optician at Duffy Opticians (Mansfield), GOC registration as a Dispensing Optician (FBDO qualification) is essential.

We require proficiency in core technical skills, including:

Accurate dispensing measurements, such as pupillary distance and segment heights.
Comprehensive lens knowledge, encompassing single vision, varifocal, and occupational designs.
Expertise in frame selection, fitting, and adjustment to ensure optimal patient comfort and visual outcome.

While a Contact Lens Optician (CLO) qualification is advantageous, demonstrating strong patient-facing skills is paramount. This includes clear, empathetic communication and the ability to build rapport.

Additional qualifications that would strengthen your application include expertise in:

Low vision
Paediatric dispensing
Management training

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