Dispensing Optician
at Mark Jinkinsin Opticians (Stotts Opticians)
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About this role
An opportunity may exist for a Qualified Dispensing Optician to join a practice environment similar to Mark Jinkinsin Opticians (Stotts Opticians) in Burnley. In this role, you would interpret ophthalmic prescriptions and guide patients through the selection of appropriate frames and lenses. Taking precise measurements, including pupillary distance and segment heights, is crucial. Adjusting and fitting spectacles to ensure optimal comfort and vision would be a key part of the day. You would also manage more complex dispensing cases and potentially assist with contact lens aftercare. Working collaboratively with optometrists and the wider practice team would ensure a seamless patient journey.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a varied professional experience within an optical practice. Opportunities for career progression might include specialising further in areas such as contact lens fitting, taking on practice management responsibilities, or moving into training and development roles. Professional development is typically supported through Continuing Education and Training (CET) points and GOC fee assistance. A role like this could offer exposure to a wide range of dispensing challenges, contributing to your clinical growth. The lifestyle considerations of living and working in Burnley may also be a factor.