Optical Dispenser

Responsibilities for such will be

• interpret optical prescriptions written by optometrists or ophthalmologists
• give advice to patients on lens type, coatings and tints, frames and styling, and adjust, fit and repair spectacles
• with further training, fit contact lenses, give advice on their care and use, and conduct aftercare follow-up appointments
• take frame and facial measurements to ensure correct frame fit and positioning
• offer appropriate advice and guidance to patients visiting the practice on a range of common eye conditions, such as dry eye, referring them to other eyecare professionals when appropriate
• advise on and dispense low vision aids, such as magnifiers, for partially-sighted patients
• advise patients when adjustments or repairs to spectacles are needed
• select, manage and order a range of optical products
• order lenses from prescription laboratories
• check lenses on delivery to ensure that they meet the required specifications
• arrange and maintain displays
• liaise with sales representatives from product suppliers
• supervise and train student dispensing opticians.