Evan Hughes
Leeds,West Yorkshire
Summary
Skilled optical professional with expertise in spectacle adjustments and repairs across diverse frame types and materials. Proficient in verifying single vision, varifocal, and bifocal lenses using both manual and automatic focimeters. Experienced in recommending tailored optical products to meet individual patient needs, with a strong focus on Myopia Management and associated solutions. Dedicated to delivering precision and quality in optical services while staying informed about advancements in the field.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Dispensing optician
Specsavers Opticians
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2025.10 - Current
- Explained optical needs and matched customers with suitable products and services.
- Verified finish quality and accuracy for optical appliances before dispensing.
- Advised patients and parents on myopia management benefits and aftercare steps.
- Supervised staff on Specsavers Cert 3 course and guided learning areas.
Pre-Reg Dispensing Optician
Specsavers Opticians
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2022.09 - 2025.10
- Studied optics through ophthalmic dispensing course at Bradford College.
- Passed ABDO qualifying exams and prepared case records for patients.
- Kept knowledge current by tracking latest industry trends developments.
Optical assistant
Specsavers Opticians
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2016.08 - 2022.09
- Managed patient records to ensure data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Conducted visual field tests, autorefraction, pressure readings, and OCT scans.
- Advised customers on how to insert and remove contact lenses during teach sessions.
- Answered customer queries about contact lenses and helped manage new and existing direct debit patients.
Education
Foundation Degree in Science - Ophthalmic Dispensing
Bradford College
Bradford 2022.09 - 2025.06
Skills
- Adept spectacle adjustments and repairs for different frame types and materials
- Experienced in recommending different optical products for different patient needs
- Proficient in spectacle checking and verification for single vision, Varifocal and bifocals lenses with either manual or automatic focimeter
- Experienced in Myopia Management and different products that are available
Certification
Member of the Association Of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dispensing optician
Specsavers Opticians
2025.10 - Current
Pre-Reg Dispensing Optician
Specsavers Opticians
2022.09 - 2025.10
Foundation Degree in Science - Ophthalmic Dispensing
Bradford College
2022.09 - 2025.06
Optical assistant
Specsavers Opticians
2016.08 - 2022.09