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a pair of glasses is being held in front of the camera as if the viewer is seeing through them. an eye examination chart is visible in the distance, with the chart appearing in-focus when viewed through the glasses lenses.
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Opticians and Optometrist Assistants should be:

  • able to work well with your hands

You should have:

  • good communication and interpersonal skills

Opticians work indoors in well-lit, comfortable surroundings.  You may work in physicians’ offices, health-care practices, medical laboratories, small stores or large optical chain stores with several other opticians.

Sources: WorkBC Career Profile for Opticians [search Opticians],    Career Cruising database (Profile for ‘Optician’)