Somerville & Merrin Optometrists is an independent optometry practice, established in 1999 with two locations in Toowoomba.
We have built a reputation for providing high quality eye care for our patients.
We are a full scope Optometry Practice who specialize in Behavioural Optometry, Orthokeratology Contact Lenses, Dry Eye Treatments and Ocular Disease Management, and Neuro-visual Medicine.
We are currently offering an exciting opportunity to join our team in the role of receptionist / Optical Assistant in a part-time or casual position up to 15 hours per week with the option of more hours during holidays and annual leave for team members.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a part time/casual position suitable for someone who is motivated and has a passion for helping others and is dedicated to providing top quality customer service.
Provide frame styling and lens advice to our patients
Enjoy a diverse role with direct customer contact
General practice activities including bookings, administration duties, frame adjustments and repairs
Available to work Saturdays
Interested? Does this sound like you? Keep reading to see if this opportunity may suit you!
**BENEFITS**:
Being supported by a dynamic team who are passionate about what they do and a company who cares about its team members and customers.
**Skills you've learnt and attributes you naturally have**:
Willingness to learn and to improve your current skill set
Great customer service skills including greeting and assisting patients
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Selling skills, the ability to spot customer needs and upselling
Attention to detail
Ability to work as part of a team and also independently
Highly organised
A warm and empathetic manner - this can go a long way in terms of making patients feel comfortable, optimistic and valued
Problem solving skills
A background in optical/medical or retail/fashion would be an advantage but is not essential. What is important for this role is a passion for helping others, confidence in working with all age groups and good communication skills to work with our team.