optician
Education:
College/CEGEP.
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.
- Arrange for grinding or polishing of lenses or grind and polish lenses.
- Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities.
Screening questions:
- 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.
Experience:
1 year to less than 2 years.
Employment terms options:
Morning. Day.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
- Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
- Bonus.
- Group insurance benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
Long term benefits:
- Long-term care insurance.
- Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA).
Other benefits:
- Free parking available.
- Learning/training paid by employer.
- Travel insurance.
Support for youths:
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.