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Optical Assistant

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 23,000 - 24,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

OPTICAL ASSISTANT JOB STOCKPORT

Full Time Optical Assistant 
 Independent Opticians, Stockport, Greater Manchester

A modern independent Opticians in Marple, Stockport is looking for a full time Optical Assistant to join its small, friendly team.

The practice has a strong reputation in the local community for thorough eye care, using the latest diagnostic technology including OCT, as well as offering contact lenses, myopia management for children and hearing care. Patients choose them for the time they take, the continuity of care and the personal service they receive.

The Practice

Fully private Independent, traditional Opticians with a modern, beautiful practice
Community based, with a loyal patient base and many long-standing families
Small, close-knit team of 3-4 people and very low staff turnover
Comprehensive clinical services, including advanced eye examinations with OCT and contact lens care
Myopia management for children and dedicated kids eye care
Hearing care available on-site
Wide choice of frames and sunglasses to suit all budgets, including brands such as Ted Baker, Stepper and SilhouetteOptical Assistant - Key Responsibilities

Meeting and greeting patients, creating a warm and welcoming first impression
Booking and managing appointments
Dispensing single vision, bifocal and varifocal lenses
Supporting patients with frame styling and selection
Taking accurate measurements and fitting frames
Adjustments, repairs and general aftercare
Helping with social media content and promoting the practice locally
Maintaining high standards of clinical support and customer serviceWorking Pattern & Salary

Full time, 4.5 days per week including Saturday morning
35 hours per week
Practice opening hours:
Tuesday to Friday 8.45am to 5.30pm
Saturday 8.45am to 1.00pm
Salary range £23,000 to £24,000 for 35 hours depending on experience
Monthy bonus schemeOptical Assistant - Requirements

Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant / Optical Advisor / Dispensing Assistant in an Opticians is highly desirable
Confident dispensing skills and comfortable making frame and lens recommendations
Warm, personable and patient focused
A genuine team player who enjoys working in a small, supportive team
Calm, professional and confident when speaking with patients of all ages
Proud to deliver the level of care expected from a high quality independent practice
Keen to learn, develop and take on more responsibility over timeThis would suit an Optical Assistant who enjoys working in a relaxed, personal setting where you can really get to know your patients.

How To Apply

To avoid missing out on this Optical Assistant job in Stockport, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood using the Apply link as soon as possible

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