Dispensing Optician
at Senior & Rhodes Opticians
Here at the Federation, we don't rely on advertised vacancies. We talk to employers and really understand what kind of people would thrive within their business.
This is an example of a role within this practice. If it matches what you're looking for, we can approach the business directly, explore current or future opportunities, and position you for roles that may never reach the open market.
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About this role
In an optical practice environment similar to Senior & Rhodes Opticians, a Qualified Dispensing Optician (QDO) typically interprets ophthalmic prescriptions and translates them into appropriate eyewear solutions. This involves discussing frame styles and lens options with patients, considering their visual needs and lifestyle. Accurate dispensing measurements, such as pupillary distance and segment heights, are essential for optimal performance.
Fitting and adjusting spectacles to ensure comfort and correct optical centration are key duties. Complex dispensing cases, including those requiring specialist lenses or intricate adjustments, may also be managed. A QDO often works collaboratively with optometrists and the wider practice team, contributing to a seamless patient journey from sight test to spectacle collection and aftercare. Contact lens fitting and aftercare may also form part of the role.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a variety of professional pathways and development opportunities. Career progression might involve specialising in contact lens fitting, moving into practice management, or undertaking training roles. Support for continuing professional development (CPD) is common, often including funding for CET points and GOC fees. A role like this provides exposure to a broad spectrum of dispensing cases, offering continuous learning. The lifestyle benefits of working in Leeds, a vibrant city, are also a consideration, offering good transport links and cultural amenities.