Optical Manager/Dispenser Job, Cheadle

We are currently working on an exclusive Practice Manager & DO/experienced Dispenser position based near Cheadle working with a superb, highly successful independent practice on a full-time basis.

Working with this established and reputable employer you will be able to contribute both towards the enhanced clinical services offered by the practice and also their day to day operations management ranging from staff training, organising clinics, taking the lead on new marketing and promotional activities, liaising with the business owners amongst various other senior responsibilities.

The main focus of the practice is to offer in-depth, bespoke customer service in order to ensure maximum client satisfaction. To assist you achieving this goal the practice offers extended test times 30 - 60 minutes and an extensive produce range of both high end lenses and frames.

While you do not have to be a qualified Dispensing Optician to apply for this role, you will be comfortable dispensing at all levels where required and be able to manage an experienced and tenured Optical team to great success.

Key Duties

* A diverse role requiring both dispensing/clinical expertise and ability to undertake operations management of an established independent practice.
* Immediately you will be recognised as the Senior colleague on site in the absence of the business owners with responsibility of the day to day operations of the business.
* This is a high-end practice where patient satisfaction is the number one concern, so all candidates must be personable and be able to build strong rapports with colleagues and clients alike.
* The role offers general working hours of 9am-5:30pm with no evenings, Sundays or bank holiday working.

Package and Benefits

* Basic salary up to circa £35,000 DOE
* 25 days holiday + bank
* Guaranteed week off over Christmas/ New Year
* Ongoing salary reviews
* Relaxed non targeted independent practice where you can focus on the needs of your clients and colleagues
* All professional fees fully paid

Key Skills, Qualifications and Client Requirements

* Previous clinical experience of the orthopaedic market, ideally directly in a training role
* Qualified DO or years of proven optical dispensing experience
* Experienced in Practice Management or a mature candidate will and able to manage team of experienced optics professionals
* Strong product knowledge including high end products
* Excellent communication skills and a passion for Optics!

What Happens Next?
Please click the 'Apply' button to find out more about this role. The consultant looking after this vacancy will contact you at a convenient time to share further details on about the opportunity. All interaction will be in complete confidence, without obligation and we will NOT send your details to any practice unless you give us your permission.

If you wish to talk to us in person about this job or any other suitable jobs, please email us on optical@prospect-health.com or call our Optometry team on 01423 813452.

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