Dispensing Optician Opportunity, Croydon / £36,000

Dispensing Optician

Are you a qualified Dispensing Optician looking to take the next step in your career within a patient-focused, professional environment? We are seeking a dedicated and personable individual to join a dynamic independent optical team, delivering exceptional service and clinical excellence.

The Role

As a Dispensing Optician, you will play a pivotal role within the practice, acting as the key link between the consulting room and the dispensing process. You will ensure every patient receives a seamless, high-quality experience from consultation through to final fitting.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service with a professional and friendly approach at all times
• Accurately complete administrative tasks, ensuring clinical records are compliant with GDPR
• Handle financial transactions securely and in line with procedures
• Support Optical Assistants, including pre-screening and general practice duties
• Provide training, guidance, and supervision to Dispensing Assistants
• Facilitate smooth handovers between Optometrist and patient
• Advise on frame selection and lens options, taking precise measurements using digital tools
• Perform focimetry and manage spectacle orders, liaising with suppliers and patients
• Ensure all spectacles are fitted, adjusted, and quality checked to the highest standard
• Carry out minor repairs on spectacles and hearing aids
• Resolve patient concerns professionally, escalating when necessary
• Maintain high standards of presentation within the practice
• Stay up to date with clinical knowledge, products, and GOC requirements

About You

• Level 6 Diploma in Ophthalmic Dispensing (essential)
• Proven experience in spectacle dispensing
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong organisational and IT skills (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and keen to develop professionally

Rewards & Benefits

• Up to £36,000
• Ongoing training and development support, including CPD events
• Company pension scheme with Life Assurance option
• Incentive scheme
• Staff and family discounts 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Regular team-building events
• Company sick pay
• Perkbox and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• No Sunday or Bank Holiday working, plus one Saturday off per month

INTERESTED?

If you are interested then please contact me on OR - I will answer any questions and provide all details needed.

Recommendations / Refer a Friend

Vivid Optical are working in partnership on this vacancy / optical group. If you are not interested but know someone who would be perfect for such a job then we can offer up to £500 for each successful recommendation.

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