Dispensing Optician

Inspired Selections Group; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in Maidenhead is seeking a Qualified Dispensing Optician to join their thriving practice. This exciting position offers the chance to work in a modern, well-equipped store alongside a supportive team. You'll be at the forefront of customer service, utilizing your optical expertise to assist patients with their needs while managing a variety of dispensing tasks. With opportunities for further training and a competitive salary package, this role is perfect for someone looking to make a real impact in a fun and relaxed environment. If you have a passion for optics and exceptional interpersonal skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Sales-based bonus scheme

Fees paid for professional registration

Further training opportunities

Qualifications

• GOC registered with up-to-date CET points.
• Experience in a busy optical environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Senior member of the dispensing team, conducting pre-screen tests.
• Frame styling and advising patients on best options.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Ability

Optical Dispensing

Frame and Lens Knowledge

Teamwork

Clinical Troubleshooting

Education

GOC Registration

CET Points

Job description

This well-established opticians are looking for an experienced Qualified Dispensing Optician. You will be joining a large successful practice on the high street in Maidenhead where you will be well supported by a big team who all work together.

This vacancy is open to full or part time, but will include Fridays and Saturdays as part of your working week. Working within this large, modern equipped store and well supported team, you will be able to demonstrate first and foremost excellent customer service as well as a high level of sales ability.

Responsibilities of the Qualified Dispensing Optician

The role will primarily involve you being a senior member of the team on the shop floor in the dispensing team. You will also be conducting pre-screen tests and contact lens teaches. This person is also required to carry out frame styling and give patients advice on best options. Reception duties and general admin will also be a part of the role and helping with the smooth running of the practice.

Requirements of the Qualified Dispensing Optician

You must be GOC registered and up to date with CET points. Have previous experience in dispensing within a large, busy and fast-paced environment. You will be a friendly, yet professional person who is able to work within a team, whilst also creating relationships and building rapport with patients. You will have previous optical experience and be competent in all dispensing as well as having a wide range of frames and lens knowledge. You will handle the majority of children’s and complex dispensing and you will use your expertise and clinical experience to troubleshoot and deal with any issues as they arise.

Compensation for the Qualified Dispensing Optician

For your efforts, a competitive salary package dependent on your experience is on offer. Salary up to £35,000. A sales based bonus scheme where you can earn up to £200 per month. 33 days holiday including bank holidays. Fees paid. You will also have the opportunity to receive some further training and join a professional team in a fun and relaxed environment.

What happens next?

Once you have applied, one of the experienced team at Inspired Selections will give you a call to discuss the role in more detail. They will also go over your previous experience from your CV and your current situation to make sure you have the relevant experience and match what the client is looking for. Once this has been discussed, leave it to us and we will arrange the meeting for you.

To apply for this new and rare opportunity:

• Call Chris at Inspired Selections on 0121 778 6999
• Upload your C.V to www.inspiredselections.co.uk
• SMS your Name and Availability for a call to 07537417722