Join Our Team at Wallace Opticians in West Lothian!
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-time and full-time opportunities (Minimum 18.5 Maximum 37.5 hours)
Location: West Lothian
Salary: £29K-33K FTE based on experience
We are looking for an enthusiastic and professional Dispensing Optician to join our expanding, patient-focussed team at Wallace Opticians, which has successfully served the Whitburn community for over 55 years.
You will be a valued and important member of our friendly team. We pride ourselves on prioritising high-quality patient care within our well-established independent practice.
Benefits
· 30 days holiday per year (pro rata), including Christmas to New Year closure
· Practice Closes for 1 hour lunch break every day
· Practice team performance bonus paid monthly
· A complimentary pair of glasses every year
· Professional fees paid
· Access to exceptional products to allow you to find the best solution for patient needs
· A dispensing appointment system supporting you to have the time to fully look after your patients
Key responsibilities
· Delivering a high level of patient care and tailored dispensing
· Building relationships with patients and offering a personalised service
· Uphold the highest standard of patient care, prioritising patient comfort and trust
· Work collaboratively with our supportive practice team to surpass patient expectations
· Providing expert advice on frame styling, lens options and other vision solutions
· Engage in continuous professional development to remain at the forefront of the field
· Taking an active role in helping to develop the rest of the team
What we need you to bring to our team
· We’re looking for a Dispensing Optician who is confident, compassionate, and always focused on doing the right thing for patients
· GOC registered
· Intent to develop leadership qualities including excellent communication and organisation skills
· Ability to manage your time effectively
· Values building positive professional relationships with colleagues and patients
· Extensive lens knowledge
What’s next?
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Angela Dickson (Practice Manager) via telephone (01501 740855) or by e-mailing [email protected] ; we would be delighted to tell you more about the role and our practice.
Please apply on Indeed or by sending your CV and covering letter to the above e-mail address. Please include details of your preferred working pattern in your application.
This role requires the successful candidate to complete a pre-employment check after receiving an offer. You will be asked to submit a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) application and provide relevant references.
Pay: £29,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Do you have a current registration with the General Optical Council as a Dispensing Optician?
Work Location: In person
