Job Overview

Part Time - Manuka, ACT

Are you detail-oriented, customer-focused, and passionate about fashion-forward eyewear? Eyecentric in Manuka, Canberra, is seeking a dedicated Optical Assistant/Dispenser to join our boutique practice.

About the Role

This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our optometrists, providing high-quality optical dispensing services while assisting with administrative and clinical support. You’ll enjoy variety in your day - from dispensing and frame styling, to pre-testing, contact lens teaching, and supporting dry eye treatments (full training provided).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on lens and frame selection to suit patients’ needs
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• Perform dispensing, adjustments, and frame repairs
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• Support optometrists with pre-testing and patient care
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• Assist with contact lens teaching and dry eye treatments
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• Maintain accurate patient records
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• Contribute to merchandising and visual presentation of frames
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• Opportunity to assist with practice social media content

Who You Are

• Experienced in optical dispensing or keen to develop your dispensing skills
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• Organised, detail-focused, and reliable
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• Excellent communicator with a warm, patient-first approach
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• Customer service-oriented and professionally presented
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• Team player with a flair for fashion and eyewear styling

Who We Are

Eyecentric is a family-run, boutique optometry practice in the heart of vibrant Manuka. With a reputation for exceptional patient care and carefully curated eyewear, we offer a supportive, fun workplace that encourages continuous learning, professional growth, and involvement in all aspects of the practice.