About the role#
As a Student Optician, you will provide patient care by assisting with frame and lens selection, taking measurements, and fitting eyewear. You will work under the supervision of a licensed optician to ensure all products meet company standards. This role requires a commitment to customer service and a focus on solving problems to improve the patient experience.
What you'll do#
- Help patients choose frames and lenses that fit their lifestyle, vision needs, and budget.
- Take and record measurements and adjust eyewear under the supervision of a licensed optician.
- Verify that finished eyewear meets all company standards and patient requests.
- Operate the point-of-sale system to input patient data and process transactions.
- Assist peers with complex product needs and prescriptions.
- Explain expected delivery times for eyewear orders to patients.
- Maintain a safe working environment and follow all company policies and dress codes.
- Identify recurring customer issues and develop long-term solutions.
- Serve as a technical resource and role model for other associates.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in an Opticianry program.
- Previous experience in optical dispensing.
- Knowledge of current optical theory and merchandise.
- Strong math, sales, and customer service skills.
- Ability to adapt to new technology and changes in the workplace.
- Previous eyecare experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Must be available to work weekends and evenings as business needs require.
- Employment Type: Part-time, rolling term.
About EssilorLuxottica
EssilorLuxottica designs, manufactures, and distributes vision care products, eyewear, and medical technology. The company manages a portfolio that includes brands like Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Varilux. It operates 18,000 retail stores and serves 300,000 eye care professionals worldwide. Based in Paris, the organization employs over 200,000 people across 150 countries.
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