Optical Assistant
Optical Assistant
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Whats in it for you
Optical Assistant Vacancy - Hammond Opticians
Were proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first and joining us as an Optical Assistant means being part of a team that values clinical freedom supports your development and encourages you to bring your personality and expertise to the role. We offer a welcoming people first environment where your contributions are heard and your individuality is celebrated. Whether youre looking for the next step in your career or a fresh start in an independent practice that genuinely puts patients and people before numbers this could be the right place for you.
You will also receive:
- Your birthday off work
- No Sunday or bank holiday working
- Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
- Retail discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing development and work-life balance.
About the Role
Hammond Opticians are your local community opticians. Our family-owned multi award-winning business has a rich history with a clear focus on excellence and innovation in eyecare. We have been a part of the local Enfield community since 1932 demonstrating our deep roots and a strong connection with the area.
Were looking for a full-time Optical Assistant to join us in delivering outstanding patient care. Youll play a key role in providing expert advice sharing your knowledge on frames and fittings and delivering ongoing care that helps patients feel confident comfortable and well cared for.
This role is for someone who genuinely enjoys helping people. Our ideal candidate takes pride in offering honest advice building trust with patients and being part of a team that delivers a quality service while supporting one another. Youll have the time tools and encouragement to do your job to a high standard without feeling rushed or pressured. Collaboration is a big part of how we work so youll play a key role in ensuring every patient has a smooth positive experience from start to finish.
The ideal person were looking for is someone who can get on well with the team is warm outgoing friendly and able to communicate well with a variety of people. You should be able to use your own initiative and get involved in other duties as needed.
Previous experience in optics would be ideal but not essential as long as youre willing to learn.
As an Optical Assistant youll support patients with everything from frame styling and lens choices to fittings adjustments and aftercare. Youll offer product knowledge tailored to each persons visual and lifestyle needs and help manage more complex prescriptions with the support of the wider team. Youll also assist with day-to-day practice tasks contribute to the upkeep of displays and equipment and be a friendly reliable point of contact for both patients and colleagues. Above all youll bring a genuine interest in people an eye for detail and a caring can-do attitude to every part of your day.
Additional Information:
Were a team of six.
This role requires you to work three Saturdays a month.
Whats Next
Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.
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