Information & Links to Some of the Current Listings on the Marketplace 1. Lens Edger This machine precisely cuts and shapes lenses so they fit perfectly into your chosen frames. It’s where the prescription lenses transform into ready-to-wear glasses. 2. Refractometer A quick and accurate device that measures how light bends through your eye. It helps estimate your prescription before the optometrist fine-tunes it with a phoropter. 3. Optical Lab Equipment: Eyeglasses Frame Heater Ever wonder how frames are adjusted to sit comfortably on your face? A frame heater softens the material so opticians can bend and adjust frames without breaking them. 4. Ophthalmic Retinal Camera This specialized camera takes detailed photos of the back of your eye (the retina). It’s vital for detecting and monitoring conditions like diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. …

This comprehensive, up-to-date resource covers everything about becoming and working as an Optometrist in Canada — from education and licensing to job market, salary, financial aid, professional associations, events, and trusted job boards. 1) What is an Optometrist? An Optometrist is a primary eye care professional who examines, diagnoses, and manages vision problems and certain eye diseases. Typical responsibilities include: Comprehensive eye examinations Prescription of eyeglasses and contact lenses Detection and management of eye disease risk (e.g., glaucoma, cataracts) Referral to Ophthalmologists (MD eye surgeons) when surgical or advanced care is needed Optometrist vs. Optician vs. Ophthalmologist Optician : fits and dispenses eyewear based on prescriptions. Ophthalmologist : medical doctor specializing in surgical and advanced disease treatment. 2) Education & Universities (OD Programs in Canada) Canada has two institutions offering the accredited Doctor of Optometry (OD) degre …

ECP Vision’s Job Board is a powerful, industry-specific tool designed to connect eye care professionals with the opportunities they’re looking for—whether it’s a full-time optometry role or part-time clinic support. The platform serves both employers and job seekers , streamlining the process of hiring and getting hired within the eye care space. For opticians , optometrists , and eye care clinics , posting jobs is fast and straightforward. Employers simply list openings for positions like optometrists , opticians , technicians , assistants , receptionists, sales representatives or administrative staff , and those listings are instantly visible to a network of professionals already engaged in the industry. All job management—such as editing postings or tracking applicants—can be done within a single dashboard, making the hiring process easier and more efficient. Job seekers benefit from a curated feed of relevant roles tailored to their field. Whether they’re looking for local opportun …

The site is divided into 5 main categories: Posts / Chat / Jobs / Marketplace / Shifts Posts Posts is a general forum for ECPs, and anyone with an account can write posts or comments. You can also add images and videos to your posts by clicking on their icons in the editor. Currently, videos can be uploaded by pasting the video link (the supported video platforms are YouTube and Vimeo). Chat Chat can be used to direct message anyone on the site. Simply click on a profile and press the SEND MESSAGE button. You can also add users you know personally by entering their username here . Jobs This section of the site is for job seekers and employers. Job seekers can apply to their jobs of interest by uploading their resume. Employers can post their jobs here . Additionally, it is also possible for employers to directly chat with applicants using the site's chat feature by messaging them after they have sent their applications. Marketplace This is where ECPs can buy and sell all kinds of produ …

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