Dispensing Optician

Employer: Nicopoulos

Location: Montréal, Quebec

Salary: $36.00 hourly

Languages: French Education: College/CEGEP. Opticianry/ophthalmic dispensing optician Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years 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 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. Cut and edge lenses and fit lenses into frames. Adjust 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, walking. Standing for extended periods Personal suitab