Optical Assistant
at Johns Opticians (West Bridgford)
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About this role
Johns Opticians (West Bridgford) is seeking a dedicated Optical Assistant to join their Nottinghamshire team. In this pivotal role, you will be the initial point of contact for patients, ensuring a welcoming and efficient experience from arrival to departure.
Your daily responsibilities will encompass a range of essential tasks, including:
- Patient reception and appointment management.
- Performing pre-screening tests such as autorefraction, tonometry, and visual fields.
- Supporting patients with frame selection and providing basic adjustments and repairs.
- Processing orders and ensuring the practice environment is consistently presented to a high standard.
You are instrumental in the smooth operation of the practice, contributing significantly to patient care and overall efficiency at our Rushcliffe location.
What working in a role like this could offer you
Embark on a fulfilling career at Johns Opticians (West Bridgford) with a range of compelling benefits. Experience clear career progression with defined pathways towards becoming a Dispensing Optician via the FBDO qualification, specialising in contact lenses, or developing into practice management.
Benefit from comprehensive training and development, including hands-on learning, opportunities to achieve NVQ qualifications, and access to manufacturer-led training programmes. The optical sector offers due to consistent demand across the UK.