Optometry Receptionist / Sales Assistant

University of Fort Hare; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established optometrist in Somerset West is seeking an Optometry Receptionist / Sales Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate should have experience in optometry reception and retail, be fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English, and possess a bubbly and friendly personality. Responsibilities include assisting clients with frame selection, performing general administrative tasks, and answering phone calls. This position also requires working weekdays and every second weekend.

Qualifications

• Experience in optometry reception and retail is essential.
• Must be fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English.
• Candidates should possess a bubbly and friendly personality.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in choosing frames and taking dispensing measurements.
• Perform general administration and reception duties.
• Answer phone calls and assist walk-in clients.

Skills

Optometry Reception and Retail experience

Fully Bilingual (Afrikaans and English)

Bubbly and friendly personality

Computer literate

Tools

Optometry Retail and Medical Aid Software

Job description

Optometry Receptionist / Sales Assistant

My client, a well‑established optometrist based in Somerset West, is seeking to employ an Optometry Receptionist / Sales Assistant to join their team.

Duties include but not limited to:

• General dispensing skills (help choose frames, take basic dispensing measurements, frame adjustments and repairs)
• General administration and frontline reception duties
• Answering telephone
• Liaising and assisting walk in clients / customers
• Ad‑hoc duties which may be assigned

Requirements:

• Optometry Reception and Retail experience (ESSENTIAL)
• Fully Bilingual (Afrikaans and English)
• Bubbly and friendly personality
• Optometry Retail and Medical Aid Software will be an advantage
• Computer literate

Working Hours

• Monday – Friday: 09h00 – 18h00
• Candidate will also be required to work every 2nd weekend with a day off during the week
• Saturday: 09h00 – 17h00
• Sundays: 09h00 – 14h00

Candidates who live in the Helderberg area will be given preference.