Dispensing Optician
at Mark Davis Opticians (Whitwick)
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About this role
Qualified Dispensing Optician
Mark Davis Opticians (Whitwick) seeks a skilled Qualified Dispensing Optician to join their Coalville practice. This role is central to delivering exceptional optical care to patients in North West Leicestershire.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Interpreting ophthalmic prescriptions with precision.
- Providing expert guidance on frame styles and lens technologies.
- Taking accurate facial measurements for optimal spectacle fit.
- Performing meticulous spectacle dispensing, including adjustments and repairs.
- Managing diverse dispensing challenges and ensuring patient satisfaction.
- Assisting with contact lens fitting and aftercare where appropriate.
As a QDO, you will collaborate closely with the optometrist and the entire practice team. This partnership is essential for a seamless patient journey, from initial examination to final dispense and ongoing support. Your expertise ensures the highest standards of visual correction and patient comfort are met.
What working in a role like this could offer you
Discover a fulfilling career at Mark Davis Opticians (Whitwick) offering significant opportunities for professional growth.
- Career Progression: Explore pathways into contact lens specialisation, practice management, training roles, or even ownership within independent practice.
- Benefit from support for , GOC fee reimbursement, and funding for .