Optical Assistant
at M M Davda Opticians (Witton)
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About this role
An Optical Assistant in a practice environment similar to M M Davda Opticians (Witton) in Birmingham acts as the primary point of contact for patients. Day-to-day duties involve managing appointment schedules, greeting patients warmly upon arrival, and conducting essential pre-screening tests such as autorefraction, tonometry, and visual field assessments. This role also includes assisting patients with frame selection, performing minor frame adjustments and repairs, processing spectacle and contact lens orders, and ensuring the practice environment is organised and presentable. The Optical Assistant is crucial for the efficient operation of the practice, contributing significantly to the patient journey and overall service delivery.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a stable career path within a resilient sector. Opportunities for progression are significant, potentially leading to roles such as a qualified Dispensing Optician through FBDO study, specialising in contact lenses, or moving into practice management. Training and development are typically robust, encompassing on-the-job learning and the chance to achieve recognised qualifications like NVQs. The optical industry in the UK offers consistent demand. Furthermore, a role in Birmingham provides access to a vibrant city with excellent transport links. This is a career that people can enter without a university degree, offering genuine long-term prospects and professional growth.