Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Tyrrells Opticians HG
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About this role
An opportunity may exist for an Assistant Manager to support the smooth running of an optical practice environment similar to Tyrrells Opticians HG in Blackburn with Darwen. This role involves assisting the Practice Manager with daily operations, overseeing the front-line team, and ensuring excellent patient service. Key responsibilities could include managing patient queries and resolving escalations, contributing to stock control and ordering processes, and acting as deputy when the Practice Manager is unavailable. The position also plays a part in fostering team development and training. This role acts as a vital link between the patient-facing team and the practice's senior leadership.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a clear pathway for career progression within optical management, potentially leading to Practice Manager roles and further opportunities. You would gain valuable experience in leadership, commercial awareness, and operational management, enhancing your professional skill set. This position offers a degree of responsibility, involving you in important practice decisions and contributing to the overall performance of the practice. Furthermore, working in Blackburn with Darwen provides the lifestyle considerations of a well-established town with good local amenities and transport links.