Optician

Willow Eye Clinic in Oakville, ON is inviting applications for the position of Optician. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join and begin duties immediately. We are offering a Permanent employment or Full time opportunity. The schedule involves Day, Weekend shifts.

Job Description

• The candidate must analyze clients’ eyeglasses or contact lenses by measuring eye curvature, pupillary distance and bridge width using optical measuring devices.
• The candidate must obtain specifications for eyeglasses and contact lenses from prescriptions prepared by an ophthalmologist or optometrist.
• The candidate must assist clients in selecting eyeglasses.
• The candidate must advise clients on the use and care of contact lenses.
• The candidate must adjust finished eyeglasses to fit clients.
• The candidate must train staff to ensure proficiency in their roles.
• The candidate must order supplies and maintain inventory.
• The candidate must provide exceptional customer service.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College/CEGEP diploma.
• The candidate must have 3 to less than 5 years of experience in a related field.
• The candidate must be accurate.
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate must be dependable.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be interpersonally aware.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be a good team player.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in a medical clinic.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in various positions, including those that require sitting, standing, and walking, as well as those that involve physical activity.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive vision care benefits, covering or reducing the cost of eye exams and medical eye care.
• The candidate will receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

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• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?