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Licensed Optician


Company : Specsavers


Location : Oakville, Ontario


Created : 2025-02-14


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Hiring full-time and part-time positionsDorval Crossing West - OakvilleAt Specsavers, weve been transforming eye health and careers around the world for over 35 years. We are the worlds largest, privately owned optical retailer, serving 41 million customers in over 2,500 businesses in 11 countries. But were not just impressive numbers, were about industry-leading quality. Founded and led by two optometrists, what you will get is a commitment to advanced equipment, product excellence, unrivalled training, and global clinical leadership all tailored to you and the needs of your patients and customers.Like you, we know the value and expertise a licensed optician brings to eye care for customers and patients. As eye health is our top priority, weve made OCT scans a standard part of pre-testing. Not only that, but were putting customers first by offering top-quality products and prioritizing a quick turnaround time to get our glasses in the hands of our customers as quickly as possible. As we grow to open 200 stores across Canada in two years, we recognize the importance of having licensed opticians on the floor at each of our stores at all times thats why we need your optical expertise.Your licensed optician opportunityYou chose a career in dispensing for a reasonto make a difference by ensuring that every customer leaves your store with an eye care regime that truly meets their needs.Were with you. We wouldnt be where we are without our dedicated dispensing teams to interpret prescriptions, advise customers on the most suitable options, and fit their new glasses beautifully. Were here to elevate your role as an optician by providing you with the tools and support you need so you can do what you love most providing quality eye care and eyewear to customers.Product Excellence: We use the latest clinical technology, rigorous testing, and extensive quality assurance processes to develop our lenses so that you can support your customers and patients with a full range of top-quality products that youre proud to offerClinical Excellence: We rely on your clinical expertise to ensure we deliver clinical excellence thats why were putting contact lens practitioners at the heart of contact lens dispensing. Youll also have access to leading equipment, such as OCT for all patients, to ensure that all patients get the best accessible, quality eye careSupport: Opticians are supported and empowered by Specsavers to practice within the full scope of their qualification while being encouraged to further their career growthProfessional Development: As experts versed in optics, opticians will provide mentorship to student opticians and the retail team to assist with the development of our people and to continuously deliver high standards of services.What are the benefits of joining Specsavers as an Optician?Being part of a company that values opticians as a key piece of our business Our vision is to elevate the role of Opticians by putting opticianry at the heart of our business, along with optometryA commitment to a continued investment in your professional development as an optician: we offer an annual stipend towards attendance of industry events, Opticianry development training programs, and support for your completion of the Continuing Competence Program/Quality Assurance Program OpticianryIn some of our locations, we will be covering 100% of your OAC membership and licensing renewal feesAn opportunity to set a benchmark for patient care and grow your clinic by earning patient trust, long-term care, and referralsEAP, 3 weeks vacation, 6 sick days (PT and FT), one paid volunteer day per year, and birthdays offGet your first 2 pairs of glasses free and enjoy discounted rates for additional Specsavers productsIn addition to access to the latest clinical technology, training, and the opportunity to be with us from the start of our exciting Specsavers journey in Canada, you can be at the forefront for new opportunities and ownership if thats something you want to pursue.What Were Looking ForYou will need to be a licensed/registered optician holding a valid Dispensing Optician and/or Contact Lens Fitter License in your province. Beyond your experience, youre passionate about eye care and are committed to exceptional customer experience and patient care.Apply today!Benefits:Dental careExtended health careVision careAbility to commute/relocate: Oakville - L6M 2R9Experience:Optical experience: 1 year (preferred)