Optician

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience. 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. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. 3-4 people. 5-10 people. 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: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Repetitive tasks. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. 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. Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you currently a student?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Employment terms options: Evening. Shift. Morning. Experience: 5 years or more. Employment terms options: Day. Weekend. Overtime available. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Bonus. Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Long term benefits: Long-term care insurance. Maternity and parental benefits. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. Other benefits. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Team building opportunities. Parking available. Travel insurance. Variable or compressed work week. Wellness program. Support for persons with disabilities: Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.). Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities . Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities. Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities . Support for newcomers and refugees: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees. Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.). Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) . Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition. Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees . Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees . Does not require Canadian work experience. Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth. Support for Veterans: Participates in a government or community progr