Optical Assistant
at Stanley H Field Opticians (Alfreton)
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
An Optical Assistant in an optical practice environment similar to Stanley H Field Opticians (Alfreton) is integral to patient care and practice operations. Daily duties may involve welcoming patients, managing appointment schedules, and conducting preliminary eye health checks. These pre-screening tests could include autorefraction, tonometry, and visual field assessments. The role also encompasses assisting patients with spectacle frame selection, performing minor frame adjustments and repairs, and processing customer orders accurately. Maintaining the presentation and tidiness of the practice floor is also a key responsibility. This position serves as the initial point of contact for individuals visiting the practice, playing a crucial part in ensuring a seamless and positive patient journey.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a stable career path within a resilient healthcare sector. There are potential pathways for career progression, perhaps leading to dispensing optician qualifications through the FBDO route, specialising in contact lens care, or moving into practice management. Comprehensive training and development opportunities are often available, including on-the-job learning and the chance to gain formal qualifications such as NVQs. The optical industry generally offers consistent demand and job security. A position in Amber Valley could also provide a favourable work-life balance, and it offers genuine long-term prospects for individuals entering the profession without a university degree.