Anchored Recruiting & HR Solutions Ltd.

Full-Time Permanent

Weekdays

Description

Now Hiring: Licensed Optician (With Contact Lens Fitter License) – Join the Team at Island Eyecare

Anchored Recruiting is proud to partner with Island Eyecare, a respected, locally owned optometry clinic in Sydney, Nova Scotia, to find a Licensed Optician - ideally also licensed as a Contact Lens Fitter - to join their collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Island Eyecare is committed to delivering exceptional eye care by combining cutting-edge technology with a deeply patient-focused approach. As a clinic, we are guided by our core values:

• Growth – We strive to continuously improve our skills and expertise.
• Quality – We perform every task with consistency, efficiency, and integrity.
• Commitment to Excellence – We deliver professional, compassionate care to every patient, every time.
• Heart – We approach our work with sincere care—for what we do, how we do it, and who we do it for.

 This is a workplace where Growth, Quality, Commitment to Excellence, and Heart are not just values - they’re practiced every day in how patients are treated and how the team works together.

Position Overview:

Employer: Island Eyecare Limited

Title: Licensed Optician (with Contact Lens Fitter License)

Position: Full Time Permanent (35 - 40hrs/week)

Hours of Work: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM; Wednesday, 8:00AM - 7:00PM

Job Location: In-office at 117 Welton Street, Sydney, NS

Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation Package: Hourly wage of $24.00 - $30.00/hour, based on experience and qualifications. Comprehensive cost-shared benefits package, paid vacation, paid sick time, paid holidays, paid employee training and professional development opportunities, complimentary personal vision care, discounts on family eyewear and exams, and more!

Application Closing Date: September 1st, 2025 @ 11:59PM, or until the position has been filled.

As a Licensed Optician - and ideally a Licensed Contact Lens Fitter - you’ll play a vital role in supporting innovative treatment options and delivering personalized vision care. You'll assist patients in frame selection, take accurate measurements, and fit both eyeglasses and contact lenses - including specialty lenses.

You’ll work with a dedicated team that’s passionate about improving lives through vision and eager to help you grow both professionally and personally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guide patients in selecting eyewear based on prescription, lifestyle, and personal preferences.
• Take precise optical measurements (e.g., pupillary distance, curvature, bridge width).
• Translate optometric prescriptions into accurate, tailored lens solutions.
• (If applicable) Fit specialty contact lenses for myopia management and therapeutic purposes.
• Fit and adjust prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses.
• Support advanced treatments like orthokeratology, Neurolens, Avulux, and vision aids for post-concussion care.
• Educate patients on proper lens care and usage.
• Cut, grind, edge, or coordinate lab services for lens finishing.
• Document all patient interactions accurately and professionally in EMRs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure high-quality, consistent patient care.
• Stay informed on innovations in lenses, treatments, and frame technologies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

• A Licensed Optician in good standing with the Nova Scotia College of Dispensing Opticians (NSCDO).
• A Licensed Contact Lens Fitter or actively pursuing this credential (preferred).
• Graduate of a 2 – 3 year optical sciences or ophthalmic dispensing program (or equivalent experience).
• Experienced or interested in specialty contact lenses and innovative vision treatments.
• Detail-oriented, professional, and committed to clinical excellence.
• Naturally compassionate with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• A continuous learner who thrives in a fast-paced, forward-thinking clinic.
• Tech-savvy, ideally with experience using electronic medical records.
• Able to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Team-oriented, flexible, and able to adapt quickly in dynamic patient environments.
• Able to provide a clear criminal record check and follow all health and safety protocols.

How to Apply:

If you're a Licensed Optician with a passion for cutting-edge care - and especially if you’re a Contact Lens Fitter - we’d love to hear from you.

Click the Apply button to submit your application. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis every two weeks until the position is filled.

Island Eyecare is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

All information collected will be shared with our client, Island Eyecare Limited. By submitting this application, Anchored Recruiting & HR Solutions LTD. will be adding you to our Talent pool database. You may be contacted when future job opportunities arise. Please note that this position is open to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents only.

Location Information

Community

Sydney

County

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Province

Nova Scotia

Country

Canada

Opportunity Information

Employer

Anchored Recruiting & HR Solutions Ltd.

NOC Code

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Experience Required

Yes

Available Openings

1

Pay Type

Hourly

Pay Period

To be Determined

Remuneration Per Pay Period

Estimated Weekly Hours

35.00

Start Date

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End Date

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Language

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Posted on

August 8th 2025

Expires

September 1st 2025