Optical Assistant
at I Wear Opticians (Bulwell)
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About this role
Optical Assistant at I Wear Opticians (Bulwell), Nottingham
This key front-of-house role at I Wear Opticians (Bulwell) in Nottingham places you as the primary contact for patients. You will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.
Responsibilities include:
- Welcoming patients and managing their experience from arrival to departure.
- Efficiently booking and managing appointments.
- Conducting pre-screening tests, such as autorefraction, tonometry, and visual fields.
- Providing support with frame selection and offering initial advice.
- Performing basic frame adjustments and repairs.
- Accurately processing patient orders.
- Maintaining the presentation and organisation of the practice floor.
As the first point of contact, your professionalism and efficiency are vital to delivering excellent patient care and supporting the optometrists.
What working in a role like this could offer you
Choosing to join I Wear Opticians (Bulwell) offers a strong foundation for your optical career. You'll benefit from clear pathways for advancement, including support for dispensing optician training via the FBDO qualification, opportunities to , or to move into .