Dispensing Optician
at Thompson Opticians (Walker)
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About this role
An opportunity may exist for a Qualified Dispensing Optician to join an optical practice environment similar to Thompson Opticians (Walker) in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role would involve interpreting ophthalmic prescriptions and translating them into suitable eyewear solutions. Key duties would include guiding patients through frame and lens choices, taking precise measurements such as pupillary distance and segment heights, and ensuring spectacles are fitted and adjusted for optimal comfort and vision. You would also manage more complex dispensing cases, and potentially provide contact lens aftercare. Working collaboratively with optometrists and the wider practice team is essential for delivering a comprehensive patient journey.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is diverse career progression and professional development opportunities. A practice like Thompson Opticians (Walker) could provide exposure to a wide range of dispensing scenarios, enhancing clinical experience. Potential career paths might include specialising in contact lenses, moving into practice management, or undertaking training roles. Support for continuing professional development, such as covering GOC fees or providing access to CET points, is often available. Furthermore, living and working in Newcastle upon Tyne offers a vibrant urban lifestyle with access to cultural attractions and relatively affordable living costs.