We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established and friendly opticians practice in Portumna, who are seeking a reliable and personable Optical Assistant to join their close-knit team.
This is a varied, people-focused role that combines reception, admin, and hands-on optical support. Full training will be provided – what's most important is that you’re friendly, competent, organised, and happy to work in a small, supportive team.
What you’ll be doing:
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Preparing and unpacking orders, notifying patients
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Handling reception duties, phone calls, and customer queries
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Pre-screening patients and collecting PRSI/Medical Card details
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Taking digital retinal photos (training provided)
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Matching invoices, submitting PRSI/HSE claims, and general admin
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Supporting patients with appointment reminders and aftercare calls
What we’re looking for:
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Previous experience desirable but not essential
- Friendly, dependable, and efficient
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Great with people and a team player
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Comfortable in a hands-on role with plenty of variety
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Someone who takes responsibility and doesn’t shy away from a busy day
You’ll be joining a supportive, experienced team of opticians and assistants who will provide full on-the-job training. If you're looking for a people-focused role with variety and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Details:
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Part-time hours:
    Tues: 9am–6pm
    Wed: 9am–6pm
    Sat: 9am–3pm -
Total: 21.5 hours per week
Recruiter:
Clionadh Morrissey
086 136 7452
