Dispensing Optician — Elevate Patient Care & Framing

Tower Eyecare; Holywell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Eyecare, a newly established optometry practice in Holywell, North Wales, seeks a Dispensing Optician/Experienced Optical Assistant for on-site, full-time or part-time work. The role involves guiding patients in frame and lens selections, advising on lens types and coatings, and ensuring precise dispensing measurements.

Responsibilities include supporting optometrists with patient flow, explaining prescriptions, scheduling appointments, and assisting with pre-screening and diagnostic tests

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of optics and dispensing principles.
• Ability to explain prescriptions in clear, patient-friendly language.
• Experience supporting eye exams in an optometry or optical practice.
• Willingness to support Low Vision services where applicable.
• Excellent customer service with attention to detail.
• Good IT skills for practice management systems and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients in selecting frames and lenses and advise on lens types.
• Explain prescriptions, coatings, and fitting options to patients.
• Take accurate measurements for dispensing spectacles.
• Support optometrists with patient flow and pre-screening tasks.
• Maintain stock displays and handle repairs/adjustments as needed.

Skills

Optics knowledge

Dispensing experience

Patient service

Welsh GOS

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

IT skills

Job description

Tower Eyecare, a newly established optometry practice in Holywell, North Wales, seeks a Dispensing Optician/Experienced Optical Assistant for on-site, full-time or part-time work. The role involves guiding patients in frame and lens selections, advising on lens types and coatings, and ensuring precise dispensing measurements.

Responsibilities include supporting optometrists with patient flow, explaining prescriptions, scheduling appointments, and assisting with pre-screening and diagnostic tests