WALLACE OPTICIANS
Dispensing Optician
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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-focused 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
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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 and overseeing dispensing standards
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
- Excellent product knowledge and a keen eye for style!
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What’s Next?
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Angela Dickson (Practice Manager) via telephone (01501 740855) or by e-mailing info@wallaceopticians.co.uk; we would be delighted to tell you more about the role and our practice.
Please apply 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.
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