Optical Assistant
at Johnson Pointer Opticians
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About this role
Johnson Pointer Opticians in North Northamptonshire seeks a dedicated Optical Assistant. As the initial point of patient contact, you will be instrumental in ensuring a positive patient experience.
Your daily duties will encompass:
- Welcoming patients and managing appointment schedules.
- Conducting pre-screening tests, including autorefraction, tonometry, and visual fields.
- Assisting patients with frame selection and providing advice.
- Performing basic frame adjustments and repairs.
- Processing orders and maintaining accurate records.
- Ensuring the practice environment is presentable and organised.
This role is central to the efficient operation of our practice, supporting our optometrists and delivering excellent service to our Northamptonshire community.
What working in a role like this could offer you
Working as an Optical Assistant at Johnson Pointer Opticians in North Northamptonshire offers significant career development and industry stability.
- Clear career pathways are available, including support for FBDO dispensing optician qualifications, specialisation in contact lens fitting, or progression into practice management.
- Benefit from comprehensive training, encompassing , opportunities to achieve , and .