Are you seeking more from your career as an optometric assistant or optician? Would you enjoy opportunities to showcase and expand the depth and breadth of your skills in a smaller clinic, where you work closely with the owner/optometrist and professional team? Would you enjoy more opportunities for leadership? Would you enjoy developing long-term professional relationships with regularly-returning patients and their families? If so, come join our independent optometry practice in beautiful Vernon, BC! We provide caring, relationship-based eye care for the whole family. Our new and expanded boutique optical offers unique product lines across all price points. Our comprehensive clinical services include myopia control for children and dry eye treatment.
This is a permanent full-time position for the right candidate. We cross-train and multi-task duties in patient care, optical and office administration. There is never a dull moment! Everyone on the team works daytime hours and short Saturday hours with Mondays off as well as long weekends on the stat holidays.

Is this your work style?

• warm, caring and compassionate with excellent communication skills;
• confident, willing to learn continuously and adapt to change;
• professional, responsible and reliable;
• helpful, cooperative and diplomatic in a team setting;
• detail-oriented and conscientious;
• able to organize, multi-task and set priorities in a busy environment.

We are looking for at least 2 years optical experience as an optometric assistant or optician, with dedication to the career. Additional relevant experience may also include:

• optometry, optical or healthcare;
• esthetics or skincare;
• retail, sales or customer service;
• reception and office administration;
• merchandising/creative/fashion/style.

Please email your resume to neil.scott@familyfirstoptometry.ca
Please include an introductory letter outlining your interest in the position, relevant experience and how we could make your career more fulfilling. Salary negotiable with advanced experience.

Please refer the Job description for details