About this role

Eyes Rite Opticians in Harborough seeks a Qualified Dispensing Optician (QDO) to join their established practice. This role is central to delivering exceptional patient care following sight tests.

Key responsibilities include:

Accurately interpreting optical prescriptions from optometrists.
Providing expert guidance to patients on appropriate frame styles and lens technologies.
Taking precise measurements for spectacle dispensing, ensuring optimal fit.
Fitting, adjusting, and troubleshooting spectacles to meet individual patient needs.
Managing a range of dispensing challenges, including complex prescriptions and unusual facial features.
Delivering contact lens aftercare and advice where applicable.

The QDO works collaboratively with the optometrist and the wider practice team, contributing to a seamless patient journey from initial consultation through to final dispensing and aftercare. This role requires strong technical skills and a commitment to patient-centred service.

What working in a role like this could offer you

Working as a Qualified Dispensing Optician at Eyes Rite Opticians in Harborough offers tangible advantages for your career. You'll encounter diverse dispensing challenges, from complex prescriptions to specialised eyewear, ensuring continuous learning.

Eyes Rite Opticians supports your growth through:

Requirements for Qualified Dispensing Optician at Eyes Rite Opticians

Eyes Rite Opticians in Harborough, Leicestershire, is seeking a fully registered Dispensing Optician with the General Optical Council (GOC). A Fellowship of the British Dispensing Opticians (FBDO) qualification is essential for this role.

We require candidates to demonstrate excellent technical proficiency, including:

Accurate spectacle measurements such as pupillary distance (PD) and optical centre heights.
Comprehensive lens knowledge, encompassing single vision, varifocal, and occupational lens types.
Skilled frame selection and precise adjustment for optimal patient comfort and visual outcome.

While not mandatory, a Contact Lens Optician (CLO) qualification would be a distinct advantage.

Strong patient-facing skills are paramount. This includes clear and empathetic communication, ensuring patients feel heard and well-informed throughout their optical journey.

Additional qualifications in areas such as low vision support, paediatric dispensing, or management training are welcomed and will further strengthen your application.