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Optical Assistant at Mengo Hospital ,Kampala, Uganda

Mengo Hospital

Optical Assistant at Mengo Hospital ,Kampala, Uganda

Mengo Hospital

Full time Job

Date Posted: June 19, 2025

Application deadline:

June 30, 2025 5:00pm

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Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Interact with customers to understand vision needs and guide them in selecting eyewear frames and lenses based on prescriptions and lifestyle.
  • Assist customers in trying different frames, advising on style and fit considering facial features and preferences.
  • Explain lens options (e.g., progressive lenses, coatings, UV protection) based on customer needs and budget.
  • Process eyewear orders by accurately inputting prescription details and selecting appropriate frame and lens combinations.
  • Prepare and adjust new eyewear for a comfortable fit.
  • Manage display inventory by maintaining stock levels of frames and lenses, ensuring proper organization and rotation.
  • Perform administrative tasks: answer phone calls, schedule appointments, process payments, and maintain patient records.

Position Requirements (Job and Person Specifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
  • Experience in administration and customer service.
  • Knowledge of frame style trends is an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in sales or a related field.
  • Excellent customer service skills: friendly, patient, and helpful interaction with customers.
  • Product knowledge: Basic understanding of optometry, eye anatomy, vision correction principles, and prescription terminology.
  • Attention to detail: Ability to present product features and benefits to encourage sales.
  • Basic computer skills and ability to use software for order processing and patient information management.

Application deadline:

June 30, 2025

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