Dispensing Optician - Kidderminster, Worcestershire - Independent - Up to 34K

Posted 3 hours 34 minutes ago by Zest Optical

£34,000 Annual
Permanent
Part Time
Laboratory Jobs
Worcestershire, Kidderminster, United Kingdom, DY101
Job Description
Dispensing Optician Job - Kidderminster, Worcestershire

Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 Pro Rata + Bonus Hours: 3, 4 or 5 Days per Week Alternate Saturdays No Sundays or Bank Holidays Location: Kidderminster, Worcestershire

Zest Optical are working alongside a well-established independent Opticians in Kidderminster to recruit a GOC registered Dispensing Optician.

This Dispensing Optician job in Kidderminster has become available due to the retirement of a long-serving Dispensing Optician, offering the opportunity to join a successful independent practice with an excellent local reputation. The practice is also preparing for a full refurbishment, making it an exciting time to become part of the team.

The practice would ideally like to recruit someone on a part-time basis, although applications are welcomed from Dispensing Opticians looking for 3, 4 or 5 days per week.

The Opportunity

Join a well-established independent Opticians with a loyal patient baseBecome part of a practice that is due to undergo a full refurbishmentWork alongside an experienced team including Optometrists, Optical Assistants, an on-site laboratory and an AudiologistTake over an established patient following from a long-serving Dispensing OpticianDispense a carefully selected range of premium eyewear including LINDBERG, Face à Face, William Morris London, Ray-Ban, Silhouette, Wolf Eyewear, Stepper, Oakley, Radley and Ted BakerUse Optix practice management software and Digital Mirror dispensing technologyBe involved in all aspects of dispensing and patient careWork in a busy practice testing six days per week with some double clinicsWork closely with the practice's established audiology serviceOccasionally provide support to nearby practices when requiredRole Details

3, 4 or 5 days per week availablePart-time applicants preferredSet working days each weekAlternate SaturdaysWorking hours are generally 9:00am to 5:30pmThe practice is currently trialling 8:00am to 4:30pm shifts on selected daysNo Sundays or Bank HolidaysSalary £30,000 - £34,000 pro rata, depending on experienceBonus scheme with guaranteed elements20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata), plus your birthday offOngoing training and professional developmentTraining provided on OCT, dry eye services and Valeda AMD treatmentsLong-term career progression opportunitiesPlanned start around November to allow a full handover with the retiring Dispensing OpticianWhat We're Looking For

Qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOCExcellent technical knowledge of ophthalmic lenses and framesConfident interpreting prescriptions and recommending the most appropriate solutions for each patientExcellent communication and active listening skillsA caring, empathetic and patient-focused approachStrong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skillsProfessional, organised and able to build lasting relationships with patientsHappy to support and train colleagues where appropriateFlexible to occasionally support neighbouring practices when requiredAbout the Practice

This independent Opticians in Kidderminster has been established in its current location for over 10 years and has built an excellent reputation for clinical care, premium eyewear and outstanding customer service. The practice offers an on-site laboratory, an established audiology service and a modern clinical environment, with a full refurbishment planned in the near future.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Dispensing Optician looking to join a supportive team, build long-term relationships with patients and develop their career within a progressive independent practice.

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