A patient focused group of independent Opticians are looking for a Dispensing Optician for their well-established Reading, Berkshire practice.
You will be able to provide patents with a personalised dispensing experience, working with some amazing frame and lens brands.
Dispensing Optician – Role
Modern independent
Loyal patient base
Focus on patient care
Optix computer system
Automated focimeter
Team of 10-11 People
Working alongside an experienced Branch Manager
High level of clinical freedom - You decide how to manage the patient, and what lens/frame you want to dispense
Access to amazing brands – Maui Jim, Rayban, Chanel, BVLGARI, Cutler and Gross
Working 5 days a week including most Saturdays
Opening hours from 9am to 5.30pm
Salary between £28,000 to £35,000 DOE, plus bonus (£200-£400 a month)
Staff discount
25 days holiday plus bank hols
Pension – Matched up to 5%
Progression into management available
Continuous training and development
Encouraged to pick up additional accreditations and specialisms
Support from other Opticians, Trainers and Professional services teams
Dispensing Optician- Requirements
Fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC
Willing to learn and develop
Wants be able to provide the very best service possible
Interest in brands and eyewear trends
Focus on clinical excellence
To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to Rebecca Wood using the apply now link.
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A highly successful group of independent Opticians are looking for a full time Dispensing Optician/Assistant Manager at their Chester practice.
Dispensing Optician Assistant Manager- Role
Professional independent Opticians
Work for a company that cares
Exceptional reputation in the area
45 minute appointments with advanced equipment
Zeiss specialists
Exceptional frame range – Lindberg, Tiffany, Maui Jim etc
Support the Practice Manager to make sure the practice is running smoothly
Create a professional yet enjoyable working environment
Helping to train and develop the team
Dealing with complex patient queries
Working 5 days a week including a Sat
Typical working hours from 9am to 5.30pm
Salary up to £31,500 DOE
Team incentives
5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
Additional day off for your birthday
Medical healthcare plan
Family and friends discounts
CET training provided
Professional fees paid
Cycle to work scheme
Dispensing Optician Assistant Manager - Requirements
Fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC
Management or supervisory experience would be an advantage, but also happy for someone to take their first step into management
Interest in fashion and brands
Team player
Excellent communication skills
Enthusiastic about high quality service
Confident to make bold recommendations
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the ‘Apply’ link as soon as possible.
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A highly successful group of independent Opticians are looking for a full time Dispensing Optician Manager at their Central Nottingham practice.
Dispensing Optician Manager- Role
Professional independent Opticians
Work for a company that cares
Exceptional reputation in the area
45 minute appointments with advanced equipment
Zeiss specialists
Exceptional frame range – Lindberg, Tiffany, Maui Jim etc
Lead a team of 4-5 people
Create a professional yet enjoyable working environment
Training and developing the team
Dealing with complex patient queries
Prioritise workloads and rota management
Ensure the day to day operations runs smoothly
Working 5 days a week including a Sat
Typical working hours from 9am to 5.30pm
Salary up to £35,000 DOE
Team incentives
5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
Additional day off for your birthday
Medical healthcare plan
Family and friends discounts
CET training provided
Professional fees paid
Cycle to work scheme
Dispensing Optician Manager - Requirements
Fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC
Management or supervisory experience would be an advantage
Interest in fashion and brands
Team player
Excellent communication skills
Enthusiastic about high quality service
Confident to make bold recommendations
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the ‘Apply’ link as soon as possible.
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Zest Optical have an exciting opportunity for a full time Dispensing Optician to join an ethical eyewear business based in Gateshead.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful establishment and development of the business.
Dispensing Optician – Role
Modern eyewear kiosk based in a high footfall location
Metro Centre
Eco-friendly based eyewear business dedicated to transforming the eyewear industry through innovation and sustainability.
Affordable products with an ethical stance
Part of the one tree planted scheme
Established for around 2 years
Ensure the smooth patient journey, from ordering, dispensing, frame styling, and adjustment
Develop an excellent reputation for the brand in the area
Involvement with glazing with fully automated equipment –full training provided
Working full time 5 days a week including a weekend day
Typical working hours from 10am to 6pm – 40 hours a week
Some lone working
Salary between £28,000 to £35,000 DOE
Generous bonus scheme
Opportunity to join a growing business with progression available as they grow
Friends and family discount
Dispensing Optician – Requirements
Qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC
Excellent communication skills
Personable and approachable
Wants to make a difference and work a company looking to revolutionise eyewear whilst preserving the planet
Able to work within systems and processes
Ability to learn and want to develop
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the ‘Apply’ link as soon as possible.
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Meeting and greeting customers
Cash handling
Building professional relationships with customers
Receptionist duties
Booking appointments
Ordering spectacles and contact lenses
Pretesting
Showing spectacle frames to customers, providing feedback suitability
Contact lenses handling
Training:
Optical Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification
Long term career and promotion prospects
EPA (End-Point Assessment)
This is a full-time role with training delivered remotely to the workplace
Training Outcome:After gaining the Level 3 Optical Assistant qualification, you can study further to become a qualified Dispensing Optician. From there, you can progress and study to become a Contact Lens Optician or Optometrist.Employer Description:Trading as J.A Hicks Optometrist
We provide a personal professional service
We have been established as an independent practice in North Shields for over 35 years.Working Hours :Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9am - 5:15pm
alternate Wed & Sat 9 -12:30
this may change in the futureSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Glasses fashion/ trends aware....Read more...
Zest Optical are currently working alongside a high end independent practice in Carmarthen to recruit a full time Optical Assistant. (To Train to become a DO)
This is a small group of independent Opticians which is very well established and has an excellent reputation in the area.
Optical Assistant – Role
Family run independent Opticians which has been established for around 50 years
Single testing room practices
Specialises in high end eyewear and customer service
Focus on quality rather than quantity
Travels to international trade shows to handpick exclusive eyewear – Anne & Valentin, Theo, Face a Face
Main lens supplier is Rodenstock but you have the freedom to work with most high quality suppliers
Advanced dispensing equipment – DNEye scanner
Working between two practices which are close by, mainly Carmarthen
Working 4.5 days a week – 9am to 5.30pm midweek and 9am to 12.30pm on a Sat)
One full weekend off a month
Hourly rate of £11.50/hr
Funding and support towards the Dispensing Optician course
Free or very cheap parking available close by
Free pair of high end glasses each year
Significant family discounts
Optical Assistant – Requirements
1+ Years experience of working as an Optical Assistant
Interest is training to become a Dispensing Optician
A passion for offering excellent service and amazing products
Interest in frame brands and styling
Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the ‘Apply’ link as soon as possible.
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This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career.
Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice.
Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges. If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language.
It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as it?s perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives.
The duties within this role include:
Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner as they enter the practice.
Interpreting and understanding a clinically issued prescription, its effects on the eye, and the customer's vision.
Helping customer's select spectacle frame(s) that are suitable in terms of comfort, looks good and fits lifestyle requirements.
Be able to explain the features and benefits of particular frames, using non-technical customer friendly language.
Measuring the frames and ensure they are a suitable size for a customer and can accommodate their lenses.
Making adjustments to customers spectacle frames using the correct tools to ensure stability and comfort.
Basic frame repairs.
Have a good knowledge of Ophthalmic lenses, tints and coatings to be able to meet visual / lifestyle requirements .
Ordering prescription glasses and contact lenses in for the customer.
Correct completion of NHS paperwork and written records in-line with company procedures.
Making follow up appointments for customers.
Use a focimetre to find the prescription from spectacles.
Communicate contact lenses suitability, features and benefits.
Carrying out pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging and pressure and visual field testing.
Explaining offers and products to customers.
Taking payments from customers.
Being able to problem solve with basic optical concerns
Understanding business KPIs and how they affect the practices profitability
Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician.
Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses.
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non Optical aids such as bump-ons.
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions.
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others.
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course.
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise.
Employer Description:Specialist optician in the heart of Lytham, our focus is on the each and every eye examination. Eye tests and examinations and contact lenses are our thing! From sourcing the most unique eyewear and contact lens products on the market to equipping the practice with state of the art diagnostic equipment we aim to stay at the forefront of the eyecare world. From Designer eyewear to NHS funded contact lenses we truly tailor our care for the individuals needs.Working Hours :Monday- 9am to 5pm
Wednesday- 9am to 5pm
Thrusday- 9am to 7pm
Friday- 9am to 5pm
Saturday- 9am to 4pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Optical Business Development Manager job in South West England. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit a Business Development Manager for a leading manufacturer of Ophthalmic Lenses. The purpose of this role is to build strong business relationships with customers in the independent optical market across South West England.
The Business Development Manager will lead initiatives to generate and engage with business partners to build new business for the company. This candidate will be focused and have strong communication skills. They should be able to think critically when making plans and have a demonstrated ability to execute a particular strategy.
Business Development Manager – Role
Identify partnership opportunities
Develop new relationships in an effort to grow business and help company expand
Maintain existing business
Think critically when planning to assure project success
Business Development Manager – Requirements
Dispensing Optician qualification or optical field sales experience
Working on own initiative to tight deadlines
Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing
Ability to effectively analyse and interpret data
Business Development Manager – Salary
Base salary circa £42k plus bonus scheme
Company car and a range of additional benefits
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Ophthalmic Lens Trainer job covering Southern England. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit a Regional Lens Trainer for a leading manufacturer of Ophthalmic Lenses. The purpose of this role is to plan and deliver product, sales & retail training activities to key customers across Southern England.
Ophthalmic Lens Trainer – Role
Visit optical stores to train and communicate on products and services.
Organise, coordinate and host digital learning initiatives including live webinars.
To develop training ideas to enhance sales levels.
Supporting the Head of EPS with projects.
Supporting the Head of EPS with training content creation (CET, technical product training, dispensing & retail optimisation) creating storyboard, presentations and adapt this content to various formats (e-learning platform, ppt…) with the support of the marketing team.
Supporting the sales team with customer training requirements and their KPIs.
Ophthalmic Lens Trainer – Requirements
Dispensing Optician qualification
Working on own initiative to tight deadlines
Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing
Ability to effectively analyse and interpret data
Ophthalmic Lens Trainer – Salary
Excellent base salary
Company car and a range of additional benefits
Monday – Friday working
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A fantastic independent Opticians based in Consett, County Durham, are looking to recruit a full or part time Optometrist to join the team.
This is a busy double testing room Opticians which tests 6 days a week. They have a real focus on quality and offering patients a personal and professional service, which is reflected in their amazing 5 star reviews.
Optometrist - Role
Providing thorough 30 minute sight tests to patients of all ages
Clinical freedom
Access to a fundus camera
Phoropter or trial frames available
Pre-screening done prior to exam
Providing Contact Lens clinics
Working closely with the Dispensing Optician and support team to ensure a smooth handover
Enhanced services
9am – 5.30pm working hours (4pm on a Sat)
3, 4 or 5 days a week
Optometrist - Requirements
Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
Excellent communications and organisational skills
Clinically focused
Confident
Friendly
Salary
Salary Dependant on experience and finding the right candidate to support the practice growth
Fees paid for
Additional company benefits
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Regional Optical Trainer job covering Southern England. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit a Regional Trainer for a leading manufacturer of Ophthalmic Lenses. The purpose of this role is to plan and deliver product, sales & retail training activities to key customers. This position will involve supporting independent opticians across Southern England.
Regional Optical Trainer – Role
Visit optical stores to train and communicate on products and services.
Organise, coordinate and host digital learning initiatives including live webinars.
To develop training ideas to enhance sales levels.
Supporting the Head of EPS with projects.
Supporting the Head of EPS with training content creation (CET, technical product training, dispensing & retail optimisation) creating storyboard, presentations and adapt this content to various formats (e-learning platform, ppt…) with the support of the marketing team.
Supporting the sales team with customer training requirements and their KPIs.
Regional Optical Trainer – Requirements
Dispensing Optician qualification
Working on own initiative to tight deadlines
Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing
Ability to effectively analyse and interpret data
Regional Optical Trainer – Salary
Base salary between £35-40k
Company car and a range of additional benefits
Monday – Friday working
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Opticians vacancies and Optometrist jobs based in Midhurst, West Sussex. Zest Optical recruitment are working with a leading independent Opticians in Midhurst to hire a full or part time optometrist.
A leading independent Opticians based in Midhurst, West Sussex are looking to recruit a full or part time Optometrist to join the team.
Optometrist - Role
Advanced independent with an exceptional reputation
Affluent area with a loyal patient base
Working alongside other Optometrists
Deliver an exceptional patient experience throughout the full process
Well-booked clinics with a qualified Dispensing Optician at all times
40-45 min test times
OCT and Optomap
Optinet Flex PMS
Opportunities to develop through additional accreditations and qualifications
Play a key role in development and growth of the business and team
No sales pressure – Focus on developing relationships
Working 3, 4 or 5 days a week with Alt Sats
Shut on Sundays and Mondays
Opening hours from 9am to 5.30pm
Base salary between £55,000 to £70,000 DOE
Parking available close by
Optometrist - Requirements
Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
A focus on patient experience and high quality care
Comfortable communicating in a variety of situations
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Optometry vacancies and full time Optometrist jobs based in St. Ives, Cambridgeshire. Zest Optical are working with an independent Opticians in St.Ives, Cambridgeshire to hire a full or part time Optometrist.
A traditional, patient focused independent Opticians based in St.Ives, Cambridgeshire are looking for a full or part time Optometrist to join the team.
Optometrist - Role
Family run independent Opticians
Tests 6 days a week often with 2 Optoms
Providing thorough 30 minute sight tests to patients of all ages with pre-screening done by the support team
Access to advanced retinal photography including an OCT
Providing Contact Lens clinics
Direct cataract referral scheme
Working closely with the Dispensing Optician and support team to ensure a smooth handover
Working 5 days a week
Alternate Saturdays
9am to 5.30pm
Paying between £50,000 to £60,000
Fees paid for
Annual CET event
20 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to five weeks for loyalty)
Optometrist - Requirements
Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
All levels of experience will be considered, although you will the sole Optom some of the time
Optix experience helpful but not essential
Excellent communications and organisational skills
Clinically focused
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A full time Optometrist is required to join an award winning independent Opticians based in Bristol. They are a growing, forward thinking business, and this is an excellent role if you wish to develop your clinical skills and career.
The Role
Providing 30-45 minute sight tests to patients of all ages
Contact lens appointments
Opportunity to provide specialist clinics - myopia control, Ortho K, Dry eye: syringing, punctal plugs, and Dyslexia (all training will be provided)
Helping to develop and grow the business
Knowledgeable and supportive team with a qualified Dispensing Optician
Excellent equipment including humphrey, pulsair, fundus and slit lamp cameras, combi unit, Thomson test chart, topographer
Support with any additional accreditations
Ideally full time 9am to 5.30pm
Excellent salary - £45,000 to £70,000 DOE
Great work life balance with no Sundays, bank holidays, and a guaranteed 10 Saturdays off a year
Regular day off will typically be a Monday
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
opportunity to develop clinically and professionally
regular clinical training, peer review and CET points
Pension contributions
let them know your ideal career and they will work with you to help you achieve it
The client is looking for an Optometrist with a passion for Optometry and a good commercial understanding. An Optometrist with the IP qualification (or working towards) would be ideal.
In order to discuss this position further please call Zest Optical on 0114 238 1726 or email a copy of your CV....Read more...
A well-established independent Opticians based in Sidmouth, Devon are looking to recruit a full or part time Optometrist to join the team.
This is a well established practice which has gone from strength to strength. It has a long standing reputation in the area for its high levels of patient care and professionalism.
Optometrist – Role
Well established independent Opticians
Recent refit making it a spacious modern environment
Loyal patient base of all ages
Focus on patient care
Amazing patient reviews
Providing thorough sight tests to patients
Access to advanced equipment –Topcon OCT, Nidex Duo-Scan OCT, Nidex Digital Chart, Icare Tonometer
Complex contact lens fits
Working alongside an experienced team including a Dispensing Optician
Development opportunities – Additional accreditations
Constant investment into training and advanced equipment
High level of clinical freedom - You decide how to manage the patient, and what lens/contact lenses you want to dispense
Working 2, 3, 4 or 5 days a week
Limited Saturdays
Opening hours from 9am to 5pm (12.30pm on a Sat)
Salary between £45,000 to £60,000 plus bonus (Potentially negotiable)
Relocation package available
Optometrist - Requirements
Full qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
Open to all levels of experience
Plenty of support If you are newly qualified
Willing to learn and develop
Excellent communications and organisational skills
To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to Rebecca Wood using the apply now link.....Read more...
A well-established independent Opticians based in Axminster, Devon are looking to recruit a full or part time Optometrist to join the team.
This is a well established practice which has gone from strength to strength. It has a long standing reputation in the area for its high levels of patient care and professionalism.
Optometrist – Role
Well established independent Opticians
Recent refit making it a spacious modern environment
Loyal patient base of all ages
Focus on patient care
Amazing patient reviews
Providing thorough sight tests to patients
Access to advanced equipment –Topcon OCT, Nidex Duo-Scan OCT, Nidex Digital Chart, Icare Tonometer
Complex contact lens fits
Working alongside an experienced team including a Dispensing Optician
Development opportunities – Additional accreditations
Constant investment into training and advanced equipment
High level of clinical freedom - You decide how to manage the patient, and what lens/contact lenses you want to dispense
Working 3, 4 or 5 days a week
Flexibility with weekend work
Opening hours from 8.45am to 5pm (12.30pm on a Sat)
Salary between £45,000 to £60,000 plus bonus (Potentially negotiable DOE)
Relocation package available
Optometrist - Requirements
Full qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
Open to all levels of experience
Plenty of support If you are newly qualified
Willing to learn and develop
Excellent communications and organisational skills
To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to Rebecca Wood using the apply now link.
You can now message us via our company WhatsApp - 07933115681 Feel free to get in contact about any roles/recruitment needs. https://lnkd.in/dGyVayep....Read more...
Zest Optical are currently partnered with a boutique independent practice in Manchester who are looking to recruit a Optical Assistant into their growing team.
The practice has built a reputation for world-class offerings in terms of product range and service, so this is an opportunity to fulfil your potential as an Optical Assistant, working with some of the finest products sourced from across the globe and delivering a completely bespoke service tailored to each patient.
Optical Assistant – Role
Luxury setting offering a product range from the finest brands around the globe
Access to cutting-edge lenses and the latest dispensing technology
Complete focus on creating a unique and memorable experience
Building lasting relationships with patients through personalised service and care
Family feel environment with the support of an excellent team
International travel visiting industry trade shows and partner suppliers
Forward-thinking business with opportunities for growth and development
Optical Assistant – Requirements
Positive track record within the optical industry
Somebody who has a passion for elite level care and service and is happy to go above and beyond
A drive to push yourself as a Dispensing Optician, continuously looking to grow and upskill
Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
Optical Assistant – Benefits
Paying up to £25,000
£9,000+ bonus potential
9am – 5:30pm
1 full weekend off per month
Accessible City Centre location
Range of additional perks and benefits
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Kieran Lindley using the ‘Apply’ link as soon as possible.....Read more...
Optical Regional Sales Manager job in South West England. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit a Regional Sales Manager for a global leader in the manufacturing of eye care solutions. Our client is a well-established business which is experiencing exceptional growth. This role will focus on the South West England region.
The Regional Sales Manager represents the company in the designated territory and is responsible for the development of profitable growth in value and volume according to the agreed budget. The role will also involve increasing market share via business consulting and building long-term relationships with existing and new customers.
Regional Sales Manager – Role
The customer base is a mix of independent opticians, small regional/key accounts and national retail opticians.
Must be able to work on own initiative in a fast-paced business, where every order counts and planning and preparation is key to success.
Has the ability to open new accounts and manage relationships to grow the business from an early start.
New business development as well as taking care of and growing the existing customer base in what has the opportunity to be one of our clients biggest revenue sales regions is both exciting and challenging and for the right person they will achieve a great sense of personal achievement.
Regional Sales Manager – Requirements
Previous experience in the optical industry (Dispensing Optician/Practice Manager)
Ideally B-2-B sales experience in a closely-related industry
Tenacious, hungry, passionate for success and has the ability to grow within the company
Regional Sales Manager – Salary
Base salary up to £32.5k
Excellent bonus scheme
Company car and a range of additional benefits
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Optometry, Optometrist vacancies and part time Optometrist jobs in Gillingham, Kent. Zest Optical recruitment are currently seeking to recruit a part time Optometrist on behalf of an independent Opticians in Gillingham.
A patient focused group of independent Opticians are looking for a part time Optometrist for their well established Gillingham practice.
You will be able to provide patents with a personalised eyecare experience, utilising some of the most advanced equipment available.
Optometrist – Role
Modern independent
Loyal patient base
Focus on patient care
Providing thorough sight tests to patients – 30 mins (pre-screening done by the support team)
Advanced equipment – Optomap, OCT, Tonometer, digital slitlamp,
Optix computer system
Working alongside an experienced Dispensing Optician
High level of clinical freedom - You decide how to manage the patient, and what lens/contact lenses you want to dispense
Working 4 days a week including a Sat
Opening hours from 9am to 5.30pm (5pm on a Sat)
Salary between £50,000 to £65,000 DOE, plus bonus
Staff discount
Private healthcare
Private indemnity insurance
Life cover
25 days holiday plus bank hols
Pension – Matched up to 5%
Continuous training and development
Encouraged to pick up additional accreditations and specialisms - areas like dry eye, macular degeneration, glaucoma, specialist contact lenses, myopia control and orthokeratology.
Support from other Optoms, Trainers and Professional services teams
Optometrist - Requirements
Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
Willing to learn and develop
Wants be able to provide the very best eye test possible
Wants to provide higher levels of communication and patient engagement
Focus on clinical excellence
To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to Rebecca Wood using the apply now link.....Read more...
This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career.
Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice.
Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges. If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language.
It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as its perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives.
The duties within this role include:
Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner as they enter the practice
Interpreting and understanding a clinically issued prescription, its effects on the eye, and the customer's vision
Helping customers select spectacle frame(s) that are suitable in terms of comfort, looks good and fits lifestyle requirements
Be able to explain the features and benefits of particular frames, using non-technical customer friendly language
Measuring the frames and ensure they are a suitable size for a customer and can accommodate their lenses
Making adjustments to customers' spectacle frames using the correct tools to ensure stability and comfort
Basic frame repairs
Have a good knowledge of Ophthalmic lenses, tints and coatings to be able to meet visual / lifestyle requirements
Ordering prescription glasses and contact lenses in for the customer
Correct completion of NHS paperwork and written records in line with company procedures
Making follow-up appointments for customers
Use a focimetre to find the prescription from spectacles
Communicate contact lenses suitability, features and benefits
Carrying out pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging and pressure and visual field testing
Explaining offers and products to customers
Taking payments from customers
Being able to problem solve with basic optical concerns
Understanding business KPI's and how they affect the practice's profitability
Training:Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.Training Outcome:The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice.
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.
You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician.
Contact lens Optician - fit contact lenses
Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non-optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management you could complete a management course
Practice ownership you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:We opened our first Vision Express store over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today we now have over 550 stores across the UK
and Ireland.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but our number one goal has stayed the same. We want to make life that bit easier and more enjoyable for our customers. From picking your new style to finding the right lenses, our friendly staff give simple, honest advice.
We provide a personalised service throughout your eye care journey so you can leave feeling you and your eyes have been taken care of. After your appointment you'll be stepping out in confidence, looking good and feeling great.Working Hours :Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm
Learners will work 9:30am - 5pm 5 out of 7 and this is agreed between the candidate and the Store Manager upon interview. They will be require to work one weekend shift.Skills: IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working....Read more...
