- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: French
- Hours: 30 to 35 hours per week
- Education: College/CEGEP
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
- Opticianry/ophthalmic dispensing optician
Work setting
Optical dispensary
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 devicesObtain specifications for eyeglasses and contact lenses from a prescription prepared by an ophthalmologist or optometristAssist clients in selecting eyeglassesAdvise on use and care of contact lensesCut and edge lenses and fit lenses into framesAdjust finished eyeglasses to fit client
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
Combination of sitting, standing, walkingStanding for extended periods
Personal suitability
AccurateClient focusEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationTeam player
Screening questions
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
To be determined
Health benefits
Dental planHealth care plan
Other benefits
Other benefits
Support for newcomers and refugees
Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
Support for youths
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Supports for visible minorities
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
