Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Relocation costs not covered by employer
Responsibilities
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
- Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client
Supervision
- 1 to 2 people
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
Experience and specialization
Area of specialization
- Obtain specifications for eyeglasses or contact lenses and fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Repetitive tasks
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Reliability
- Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
