Optical Assistant
at Optivision Opticians Ltd (Wigston)
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About this role
An Optical Assistant in a practice environment such as Optivision Opticians Ltd (Wigston) in Oadby and Wigston supports the optometrist and front-of-house team. Daily tasks might involve greeting patients warmly, managing appointment schedules, and performing essential pre-screening tests like autorefraction, tonometry, and visual field assessments. You would also assist patients with frame selection, offer basic adjustments and repairs to spectacles, and process customer orders. Maintaining the tidiness and presentation of the practice floor is also a key responsibility. This role is central to the patient journey, acting as the initial point of contact and contributing significantly to the practice's efficient operation.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is significant career development within a stable industry. Opportunities may exist to progress towards becoming a qualified dispensing optician through courses like the FBDO qualification, or to move into specialisms such as contact lens opticianry or practice management. Continuous learning is a feature, with possibilities for on-the-job training, formal NVQ qualifications, and manufacturer-led development. The optical sector demonstrates resilience, offering consistent demand. A position in an area like Oadby and Wigston could also provide favourable lifestyle considerations. This is a career path accessible without a university degree, offering genuine long-term prospects.