Optician/optical Assistant

Overview

Languages
French
Education
~ College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
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
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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
~ Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Interpersonal awareness
Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
Health care plan
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
~ Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits
Learning/training paid by employer
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)