Locum Optical Dispenser - Manchester at OutsideClinic

Manchester, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

180.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Domiciliary Eye Care, Dispensing Optician, Optical Assistant, Patient Rapport Building, Independent Work, Frame Selection, Lens Options Guidance, Commercial Acumen, Focimetry, Clinical Support, Customer Care, Driving

Industry

Home Health Care Services

Description

Locum Dispensing Optician or Senior Optical Assistant Location: Manchester and Surrounding areas Day rate: circa £180.00 per day Mileage: 10p per mile Clinics: Multiple locations, listed separately Tests per day: 7 Role overview We are seeking an experienced and confident Locum Dispensing Optician or Senior Optical Assistant to work alongside one of our Optometrists delivering high quality domiciliary eye care. This is a patient centred role with a strong commercial element, ideal for someone who enjoys building rapport, delivering excellent dispensing outcomes and working independently in a home environment. You will play a key role in ensuring clinics run smoothly, patients feel supported and dispensing opportunities are maximised in the right way. Key responsibilities Contact the Optometrist the day before the clinic to introduce yourself and confirm the day’s schedule Travel independently to the first appointment, arriving for an 8.50am start with entry into the patient’s home at 9.00am Support the Optometrist during the eye examination, including focimetry, cleaning spectacles and general assistance Build trust and rapport with patients and carers, ensuring a calm, friendly and professional experience Receive a clear handover from the Optometrist once the test is complete, including clinical recommendations Take ownership of the dispensing process, guiding patients through frame and lens options that best suit their needs Balance excellent patient care with strong commercial outcomes, always doing what is right for the customer Travel independently between appointments throughout the day Experience and requirements Qualified Dispensing Optician or highly experienced Optical Assistant Strong and confident with all elements of dispensing, including more complex cases Comfortable working independently in a domiciliary setting Warm, engaging communication style with a natural sales approach Commercially aware with the ability to convert clinical recommendations into appropriate sales Full UK driving licence and own car Enhanced DBS required Frames will be carried by the Optometrist and full training will be provided on systems and processes.

Responsibilities

The role involves supporting the Optometrist during domiciliary eye examinations, ensuring smooth clinic operations, and building strong patient rapport. Key duties include managing the dispensing process by guiding patients through frame and lens choices to maximize appropriate sales opportunities.