Trainee Optical Dispenser
- Recruiter
- Wade Opticians
- Location
- Prudhoe, Ryton, Durham and Lanchester
- Salary
- Competitive salary dependent upon experience.
- Posted
- 10 Apr 2017
- Closes
- 08 May 2017
- Ref
- TRDISP
- Sectors
- Health, Nursing & Social Care, Retail
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
We have a Trainee Optical Dispenser role available within one of the North East’s largest and most successful independent chains of opticians.
Who are we?
We are a chain of opticians dedicated to being at the forefront of the optical market, offering the highest quality products as well as delivering the highest levels of customer service. We aim to be the best at what we do and we invest in the latest technology in order to provide cutting edge patient care. Our highly trained Optometrists strive to deliver exceptional patient care as well as a range of highly specialised services which attract a wide range of patients.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who is professional, well presented, friendly and dedicated to becoming an Optical Dispenser. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner that is keen to progress and who is looking for a long term career opportunity. Experience in optical dispensing is advantageous but not essential as full internal training will be provided.
In this role your main duties will be dispensing for our optometrists however you will also be involved in customer service/patient care, administration, stock control, cash handling and keeping the practice clean/tidy.
As well as excellent people skills you will have strong communication skills, a basic working knowledge of MS Office products (such as Word and Outlook) and you will have at least a basic level of numeracy skills. You should be educated to GCSE level, including Maths and English grade C or above, however consideration will be given to those who can demonstrate sufficient literacy/numerical skills.
Primarily you will be required to work between our Lanchester, Prudhoe, Ryton and Durham practices. As such, the ability to drive and your own transport is essential for this position.