Optical Assistant - Skye

Job description:

We are currently recruiting for a Customer Care Assistant to join our Duncan & Todd Opticians & Hearing Care branch in Skye on a part time basis working 3 days between Monday to Friday.

Our Customer Care Assistants are the first point of contact for the patients and customers in our busy practices and this varied role comes with a wide range of responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling all patient queries coming into the practice via telephone, email or in person. Assisting where able and directing inquiries to the most appropriate staff member.
• Managing the practice appointment diary giving consideration to patient appointment requests and staff availability.
• Assisting patients on the practice floor with frame and lens selection.
• Giving patients demonstrations on how to insert and remove contact lenses.
• Processing invoices.
• Processing deliveries and collections of stock.
• Administration and maintenance of patient records, databases and NHS paperwork.
• General housekeeping duties to ensure the practice is clean, tidy and presentable.
• Other ad hoc duties as and when required.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Candidate Profile

• Experience within an optical environment would be advantage but full training would be provided
• Experience within a fast-paced and dynamic working environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication

Required Competencies

• Customer Service
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Problem Solving
• Prioritisation and Deadline Management

Required Work Experience

• Experience within a customer facing role – ideally in an optical environment

As a company, the D&T Group offer:

• Competitive salary
• 29 days annual leave (full time equivalent) inclusive of public holidays
• Staff Discount including; 2 x 100% off discount vouchers for spectacles, sunglasses or annual supply of contact lenses per calendar year + generous discount for family and friends
• High Street Vouchers: Discounts for high street shops, supermarkets, restaurants and cinemas through our partner discount platform.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Comprehensive support for all employees from our partners, Care First
• The opportunity to work for a company that cares.
• Career progression opportunities and further training.