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Qualified Dispensing Optician

Mark Davis Opticians (Spondon) in Derby is seeking a skilled Qualified Dispensing Optician to join their established practice. This role is central to delivering exceptional patient care by accurately translating optometrist prescriptions into functional and aesthetically pleasing eyewear.

Key responsibilities include:

Interpreting optical prescriptions with precision.
Advising patients on appropriate frame styles and lens technologies to meet their specific needs.
Taking precise measurements for spectacle fitting.
Ensuring accurate spectacle fitting and adjustments for optimal comfort and vision.
Managing complex dispensing cases and providing expert solutions.
Providing contact lens aftercare and patient education as required.

You will work collaboratively with the optometrist and the wider practice team, contributing to a seamless patient journey from initial examination through to the final dispensing of eyewear. This position offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in a supportive professional setting.

At Mark Davis Opticians (Spondon), you'll find significant opportunities for career advancement. Explore pathways towards contact lens specialisation, develop skills for practice management, contribute to , or even pursue aspirations.

To excel as a Qualified Dispensing Optician at Mark Davis Opticians (Spondon) in Derby, GOC registration as a dispensing optician (FBDO) is essential.

We require strong technical proficiency, including:

Accurate dispensing measurements, such as pupillary distance and segment heights.
Comprehensive lens knowledge, encompassing single vision, varifocal, and occupational designs.
Expertise in frame selection, fitting, and adjustment to ensure optimal patient comfort and vision.

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

Crucially, you must possess excellent patient-facing skills, demonstrating clear communication and genuine empathy. We value individuals who can build rapport and provide exceptional customer care.

Additional qualifications in areas like low vision, paediatric dispensing, or management training are highly desirable and will strengthen your application.

Dispensing Optician

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