Optician

Barnes Vision is a growing optometry practice. We've recently added new providers and need additional opticians to handle the growing patient population. We are looking for a social, friendly licensed/certified optician to work with our patients to find the most suitable eyewear for their needs. The employee will recommend specific eyewear, take measurements, fit and adjust glasses, and teach patients to properly wear and care for their glasses or contact lenses.

The ideal candidate should have strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills. They should be able to recommend specialized eyewear such as for sports and occupational use, as well as informing on and recommending tints and anti-reflective coatings.

Responsibilities:

• Obtaining patient prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists.
• Taking customer information and measurements for optimal vision.
• Recommending frames and lenses that suit the customer's style, face, and specifications.
• Adjusting and fitting frames according to the prescriptions and customer's specifications, as well as to suit the customer's face.
• Using specialized equipment, such as a lensometer
• Maintain and replenish inventory on frames to ensure product variety and customer satisfaction.
• Repairing broken eyewear.
• Educating patients on how to wear and maintain glasses and contact lenses.
• Assist the office with administrative duties and paraoptometric duties, such as filing insurance, returning phone calls, and contact lens insertion/removal.
• Management of patient flow to provide an exceptional patient experience.

Requirements:

• We prefer a licensed optician, but will offer on the job apprenticeship to the right candidate. We will be happy to train the right person!
• Detail-oriented, and customer service focused team players
• Candidates looking for a full-time opportunity, and are available during all office hours (office hours are available for review on our website)
• Candidates with knowledge of basic computer skills
• Applicants who desire career growth within an established optometry practice

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Optical: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person