Optical Assistant/Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; East London; On-site; ZAR 595,000 - 715,000; Full time

Job summary

A local optical practice in East London is seeking a full-time Optical Assistant/Practice Manager. Responsibilities include assisting in various practice areas, managing customer queries, and providing excellent patient care. Ideal candidates will have over two years of Optical experience and strong communication skills. This role offers opportunities for growth and a salary range of £25,000 to £30,000.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience of working in an Opticians.
• Supervisor or management experience would be an advantage.
• Ability to learn and want to develop.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all areas of the practice including Reception and stock management.
• Handle complex customer queries.
• Maintain high levels of customer care at all times.

Skills

Building rapport with patients

Tech savvy

Calm and confident communication

Customer care

Job description

A community based independent Opticians based in Bethnal Green, East London are looking for a full time Optical Assistant/Practice Manager to join the team

Optical Assistant - Role

• Well established independent Opticians with a loyal patient base
• Focus on quality and service rather than volume
• New Directors with ambitious plans
• Practice refit due in April
• Assisting in all areas of the practice - Reception, dispensing, collections, stock management, complex customer queries
• Single testing room practice with a small team of 2-3 people
• Working 4 or 5 days a week including a Saturday
• Working hours from 9.30am to 5.30pm (4pm on a Sat)
• Salary between £25,000 to £30,000
• Opportunity to move into a Practice Manager role - either from the outset or in the future
• Opportunity to help grow the practice and make a direct impact

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• 2+ years experience of working in an Opticians
• Supervisor or management experience would be an advantage
• Able to build rapport with patients
• Tech savvy
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients
• Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice
• 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.