Optician

Education: College/CEGEP. Opticianry/ophthalmic dispensing optician. Work setting: Optical dispensary. Medical clinic. 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. Supervise or manage activities of other opticians or student opticians. Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses. Advise on use and care of contact lenses. Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client. Train staff. Order supplies and maintain inventory. Provide customer service. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities. Computer and technology knowled...