Optician

Forest Eye Care; Eastern Ontario; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A new, independently owned optometry clinic in Gananoque is seeking a Licensed Optician to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to influence clinic operations and provide high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. With flexible hours and competitive pay, this position is ideal for enthusiastic professionals ready to work with specialty contact lenses.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

On-site parking

Consistent Monday to Friday schedule

Qualifications

• Must be licensed with the College of Opticians of Ontario.
• Experience with optical sales is an asset.
• Willing and eager to learn specialty contact lens fitting.

Responsibilities

• Fit and dispense contact lenses, providing education and follow-up support.
• Assist patients in selecting frames and lenses.
• Manage frame inventory and work collaboratively with the optometrist.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Product Knowledge

Education

Licensed Optician

Job description

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Job Title:Licensed Optician – Forest Eye Care (New Clinic in Gananoque)

Job Type:Full-time or Part-time

About Us:

Forest Eye Care is abrand-new, independently owned optometry clinicopening in Gananoque, Ontario. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, personalized vision care in a warm, modern environment with full-scope services—including a strong focus oncontact lenses and specialty lens fittingssuch as sclerals and RGPs.

As the optometrist-owner, I’m passionate about mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth. You won’t just be filling a role—you’ll behelping shape how the clinic operates, from the look and feel of the dispensary to how we serve our community.

Why Join Forest Eye Care?

• Enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday schedule, no evenings!
• Be part of something new: yourinput will directly influence workflows, systems, and patient experience as this is a new practice
• Hands-on exposure tospecialty contact lenseswith training and full support
• Friendly, low-pressure work culture that values learning and initiative
• Competitive compensation and flexible hours
• Beautiful small-town setting in the 1000 Islands region, close to Kingston

Your Responsibilities:

• Fit and dispense contact lenses, providing education and follow-up support
• Assist patients in selecting frames and lenses that match their needs and style
• Perform accurate fittings, repairs, and adjustments
• Manage frame inventory, ordering, and visual merchandising
• Work collaboratively with the optometrist to ensure excellent patient care and a seamless clinic experience

What We’re Looking For:

• Licensed Optician in good standing with the College of Opticians of Ontario
• Must be able to fit contact lenses
• Willing and eager to learn specialty contact lens fitting(training provided)
• Motivated, personable, and excited about working in a new, evolving environment
• Experience with optical sales or dispensary setup is an asset but not required

To Apply:

Send your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why this opportunity appeals to you. We look forward to building something great together.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.00-$33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 – 44 per week

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

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