What this role is likely to suit
This role offers a chance to provide exceptional optical care in a bustling, diverse neighbourhood. As a Locum Optician, you will be responsible for assisting with patient eye examinations, dispensing and fitting eyewear, educating patients on proper eyewear care, and maintaining an organized dispensary. If you are an attentive and customer-focused optician, we'd love to have you as part of the confidential practice team in the Isle of Wight. The role is presented as a confidential client opportunity, so public details focus on professional fit rather than exposing employer information.
Full public brief
This role offers a chance to provide exceptional optical care in a bustling, diverse neighbourhood. As a Locum Optician, you will be responsible for assisting with patient eye examinations, dispensing and fitting eyewear, educating patients on proper eyewear care, and maintaining an organized dispensary. If you are an attentive and customer-focused optician, we'd love to have you as part of the confidential practice team in the Isle of Wight. Job specification - Accurately interpret and fill prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses. - Advise patients on lens choices, lens coatings, and eyewear accessories based on their needs and lifestyle. - Assist optometrists in conducting eye examinations and diagnostic tests. - Conduct fittings and adjustments to ensure that eyewear is comfortable and suits the patient's needs. - Ensure the optical dispensary complies with healthcare standards and maintains a high level of hygiene and safety. - Keep detailed records of patient interactions, prescriptions, and follow-up appointments. - Maintain inventory and managed orders for optical supplies and frames. - Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring patient satisfaction with their eyewear and overall experience. - Repair and maintain eyeglasses, providing adjustments as needed to ensure optimal fit and comfort. Candidate requirements - Must have attained a full-time diploma which was followed by working under supervision for a year. - Must be registered as an optician by the General Optical Council (GOC). - Must have a minimum of two years of working experience as an optician in the United Kingdom. - Ability to multi-task and work with delicate tools and materials. Why work with Verovian - Becoming part of our agency will expose you to our expansive network that will align perfectly with your strengths and interests. Plus you will get to work in an environment that will open you up to opportunities. - By joining our agency, your online registration and onboarding process will be well-monitored. - You will relish the flexibility to shape your schedule, choosing assignments that fit your lifestyle. - Earn up to GBP 200 referral bonus (T&C) apply.
Role scope
- Advise patients on lenses, frames, measurements and product choices with clarity and care.
- Support handover from the clinical team into a confident dispensing conversation.
- Maintain strong standards around compliance, documentation, aftercare and practice presentation.
What we will qualify with you
- Practice setting, product range, patient mix and team structure.
- Sales expectations, clinical handover process and support available.
- Pay, bonus, rota and progression route before your profile is introduced.
Candidate profile
- Must have attained a full-time diploma which was followed by working under supervision for a year.
- Must be registered as an optician by the General Optical Council (GOC).
- Must have a minimum of two years of working experience as an optician in the United Kingdom.
- Ability to multi-task and work with delicate tools and materials.
Benefits and working context
- Becoming part of our agency will expose you to our expansive network that will align perfectly with your strengths and interests. Plus you will get to work in an environment that will open you up to opportunities.
- By joining our agency, your online registration and onboarding process will be well-monitored.
- You will relish the flexibility to shape your schedule, choosing assignments that fit your lifestyle.
- Earn up to GBP 200 referral bonus (T&C) apply.
Pay, rota and consent
Published pay/rate: Competitive To be confirmed. Setting: confidential optical practice. Before representation, Verovian will confirm pay or rate, working pattern, location expectations, client context and what information you consent to share.