Education

• College / CEGEP
• Opticianry / ophthalmic dispensing optician

Tasks

• Analyze the client's eyeglasses or contact lenses and by measuring the client's eye curvature, pupillary distance and bridge width, using optical measuring devices
• Obtain specifications for eyeglasses and contact lenses from a prescription prepared by an ophthalmologist or optometrist
• Supervise or manage activities of other opticians or student opticians
• Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses
• Advise on use and care of contact lenses
• Arrange for grinding or polishing of lenses or grind and polish lenses
• Cut and edge lenses and fit lenses into frames
• Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Area of specialization

• Obtain specifications for eyeglasses or contact lenses and fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities
• Transportation provided by employer
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 30 hours per week