Optician

Sun State Eye Care

Optician

Sun City West, AZ
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Paid time off

    Job Summary

    Assist patients with selecting frames

    Obtain measurements for glasses orders

    Adjust frames and lenses to fit correctly on patients faces

    Order frames, lenses and contacts from prescription laboratories

    Manage inventory of frames

    Responsibilities

    Assist patients in selection of best eyewear for their individual needs

    Recommend specific lenses, lens coatings, and frames to suit patient’s individual needs.

    Measure patient’s pupillary distance, and optical centers of eyes.

    Place orders for frames, lenses and contacts from prescription laboratories

    Heat, shape, or bend plastic or metal frames to adjust eyeglasses to fit clients, using pliers and hands.

    Maintain records of frame inventory, invoices and patient orders

    Verify that finished lenses are ground to specifications.

    Skills

    Friendly customer service and skilled ophthalmic sales

    Excellent attention to detail, particularly for interpreting prescriptions and checking lenses

    Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical information clearly to patients

    Familiarity with optical products

    The ability to work effectively as part of a team

    Ability to meet deadlines

    Schedule

    Monday to Friday

    Experience

    3+ years as dispensing optician

    ABO Certification (preferred)

    VSP Billing (preferred)