optician

Ollie Quinn; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical retailer in Toronto is seeking an experienced optician to analyze clients' eyeglasses and contact lenses, supervise staff, and assist clients in selections. Candidates should have a relevant certificate and 1-2 years of experience. Strong communication and client-focused skills are essential. This is a permanent role with health benefits including dental and vision care.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• 1 to less than 2 years of experience or equivalent.
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze eyeglasses/contact lenses and measure eye curvature.
• Supervise or manage activities of other opticians.
• Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Education

College, CEGEP, or non-university certificate/diploma (1-2 years)

Job description

Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.

Experience: 1 to less than 2 years or equivalent experience.

Work setting: Relocation costs not covered by employer.

Tasks:

1. Analyze the client's eyeglasses or contact lenses and measure eye curvature, pupillary distance, and bridge width using optical measuring devices.
2. Obtain specifications for eyeglasses and contact lenses from prescriptions prepared by ophthalmologists or optometrists.
3. Supervise or manage activities of other opticians or student opticians.
4. Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses.
5. Advise on use and care of contact lenses.
6. Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit clients.

Supervision: 1 to 2 people.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses: Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities.

Area of specialization: Obtain specifications for eyeglasses or contact lenses and fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability:

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Reliability
• Team player

Health benefits:

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Work Term: Permanent

Work Language: English

Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week