Optician

LMC Healthcare (LMC) is Canada’s largest specialist care provider in diabetes, endocrinology & metabolism. We are transforming diabetes care by making it more accessible, comprehensive and patient-centric than ever before.  LMC has 15 multi-disciplinary centers of excellence and 20 clinical research sites located in 3 provinces (Ontario, Alberta, and Quebec). Our 60+ Endocrinologists, many of whom are nationally renowned for their areas of expertise, are supported by an interdisciplinary team of highly qualified Medical Office Administrators, Medical Assistants, Registered Nurses, Registered Dietitians, Physician Assistants, Pharmacists, Optometrists, Opticians, Optical Assistants, Chiropodists and Clinical Research Professionals.

Currently, our growing team is looking for an Optician or an experienced Optical Dispenser who can work with us on a permanent full-time basis at our LMC Brampton Optometry location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet and approach customers, deliver outstanding customer service
• Help customers find the best and most suitable products that meet their needs
• Take measurements, fit, adjust, repair & dispense eyeglasses, contact lenses and specialty eyewear
• Order and receive product, manage inventory and assist in buying strategy
• Conduct pretest procedures on patients to help make eye appointments more efficient
• Work in partnership with Optometrist to serve the needs of your clients
• Work in collaboration with your team members to maximize store profits
• Skilled sales person able to meet and exceed optical sales targets

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 2 years experience in an optical environment and customer service role
• Optician License in Ontario and in good standing with the governing college OR
• Minimum 5 years experience working in an optical store as a dispenser
• Strong organization and time management skills in a retail environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, excellent conflict resolution
• Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills, flexible and adaptable
• Proficiency in use of computers
• Knowledgeable of various lenses on the market and their technology
• Embrace individuality by being honest and helping people find their look
• Ability to take initiative with projects and ideas for marketing, efficiency and process improvements to help grow the business
• Effective sales skill required, motivated to assist patients find the best eyewear solutions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Flexible to work, days, evenings, and weekends
• Most importantly have an eager and positive personality

LMC provides six industry-leading programs areas:

• Endocrinology Specialist Practice (publicly-funded) – representing the largest group of Endocrinologists globally
• Nationally-accredited Diabetes Education Program (publicly-funded)
• Diabetes Pharmacy
• Chiropody & Foot Specialist Care
• Optometry & Eye Specialist Care
• Canada’s largest Clinical Research network specializing in Diabetes innovations

Why LMC might be right for you!

• 2016 Certified Best Workplace™
• 2014 and 2015 Canada’s Best Workplaces™
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• RRSP contribution matching
• Education allowance (days and funding)
• Ongoing career training and development
• Employee Appreciation Days Off
• Additional Holiday Closure
• Opportunities to work with internationally renowned Endocrinologists
• State of the art Electronic Medical Records (EMR) environment

LMC Healthcare values the health and well-being of our employees, clients and patients and as such we have instituted a COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination policy for all employees.  All candidates attending interviews in-person or receiving job offers will be required to provide proof of vaccination prior to entering our facilities. Accommodations will be provided for those who cannot be vaccinated for a reason protected by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

LMC Healthcare is an organization committed to ensuring accessible services and communications to individuals with disabilities. Once an applicant has been selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted. 

We thank all candidates, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.