Optician/Student Optician

Overview

Languages
English or French
Education
Other trades certificate or diploma
or equivalent experience
Experience
5 years or more
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
Analyze the client’s eyeglasses or contact lenses and by measuring the client’s eye curvature, pupillary distance and bridge width, using optical measuring devices
Obtain specifications for eyeglasses and contact lenses from a prescription prepared by an ophthalmologist or optometrist
Supervise or manage activities of other opticians or student opticians
Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses
Advise on use and care of contact lenses
Arrange for grinding or polishing of lenses or grind and polish lenses
Cut and edge lenses and fit lenses into frames
Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client
Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
• 3-4 people
• 5-10 people

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
~ Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Experience and specialization
Area of specialization
~ Obtain specifications for eyeglasses or contact lenses and fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses

Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Repetitive tasks
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Interpersonal awareness
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Bonus
Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Long term benefits
Long-term care insurance
Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Other benefits
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities
Parking available
Travel insurance
Variable or compressed work week
Wellness program