Overview

Languages

English

Education

- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Optics/optical sciences
- Opticianry/ophthalmic dispensing optician

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

- Optical retail store

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
- 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
- Maintain accurate records

Supervision

- 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Fast-paced workplace
- Work under pressure
- Repetitive tasks
- Attention to detail
- Ability to distinguish between colours
- 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

📌 licensed optician (Mississauga)
🏢 Kanda Optical
📍 Mississauga