Optical Assistant

Optical Assistant / Receptionist - Castlebar and Ballinrobe, County Mayo

€30,000 to €36,000 DOE | Full Time | Tuesday to Saturday

Zest Optical are currently working alongside a high-end independent opticians in County Mayo to recruit an Optical Assistant / Receptionist.

This is a varied position working across practices in Castlebar and Ballinrobe.

The practice is happy to provide training for the right person, with attitude, reliability and excellent customer service skills being just as important as previous optical experience.

Optical Assistant / Receptionist - Role

Working across practices in Castlebar and Ballinrobe

Providing a friendly and professional service to patients

Helping patients choose suitable frames and lenses

Carrying out frame and lens dispensing

Supporting with pre-testing and clinics

Managing appointments and patient enquiries

Reception duties and taking payments

Making adjustments and providing general aftercare

Supporting the wider team with the daily running of the practice

Working within a busy, patient-focused independent environmentOptical Assistant / Receptionist - Requirements

Previous optical experience - at least 6 months

Confident, professional and approachable

Reliable and well organised

Strong communication skills

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Comfortable working across Castlebar and Ballinrobe - Working at one location may also be possible for the right candidate

Saturdays are an essential part of the working patternOptical Assistant / Receptionist - Working Hours

Full-time position preferred

Tuesday to Saturday

Sunday and Monday off

Some flexibility may be available around the working pattern

Part-time applicants will be considered if they already have optical experience, but Saturday availability is essentialOptical Assistant / Receptionist - Benefits

Salary between €30,000 and €36,000 depending on experience

Supportive independent practice environment

Ongoing training and development

Staff discounts

Performance-related bonusesIf you are an experienced Optical Assistant looking to join a high-quality independent practice in County Mayo, apply now by submitting your CV or contact us directly for a confidential discussion about the role