Licensed Optician

Responsibilities

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

• Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses

• Advise on use and care of contact lenses

• Cut and edge lenses and fit lenses into frames

• Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Active registration and license in good standing with the College of Opticians of Ontario (COO) is mandatory.

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment

• Work under pressure

• Repetitive tasks

• Manual dexterity

• Attention to detail

• Ability to distinguish between colours

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate

• Client focus

• Dependability

• Efficient interpersonal skills

• Excellent oral communication

• Excellent written communication

• Interpersonal awareness

• Judgement

• Reliability

• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan

• Health care plan

• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Commission