Employer: Consult Salary: £19,000 – £26,000 per annum, OTE Date Added: 27/11/2023
Job description
As a Optical Assistant, you will be responsible for providing eye care to patients in their homes and care homes. You will work closely with optometrists to provide pre-testing and dispensing, and you will also be responsible for delivering, fitting, and adjusting prescription glasses.
Key Accountabilities
Adhere to the GOC standards of practice
Follow professional and sector guidance
Create a safe working environment
Communicate effectively with patients
Follow and attain set KPIs
Explain procedures clearly
Provide advice and support to patients with sight loss
Confirm understanding of recommendations and test outcomes
Establish and maintain strong relationships with central support and clinical staff
Complete all statutory and mandatory training
Qualifications and Knowledge
Up-to-date CPD through events
Awareness of regulations and working knowledge of latest industry updates
Skills & Experience
Effective and flexible communicator
Use of digital systems and attention to detail
Confident driver with at least two years driving experience
Ability to work calmly under pressure
Pragmatic approach when problem solving
Confidence in all aspects of dispensing and pre-testing
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Organization and ability to multitask
Working within own clinical knowledge and limitations
