What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optician position at Eyecare Specialties?
Optician
About Us:
Eyecare Specialties is a privately owned optometry practice serving Hot Springs Village and the surrounding community since 1996. In order to accomplish our goal of quality eyecare/eyewear, The Eyecare Specialties Team needs an elite player who cares about each and every patient and will go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience.
DO YOU -
- seek excellence in what you do?
- want to provide your customer/patient an amazing experience?
- want to work for an employer that values you and your skills?
- want to be part of a great team?
- want to have a place that you enjoy working?
- want to be in a place where you can grow professionally?
If you answered “YES!”, then please continue reading below for more details and apply if you feel you are the right person for this team!
Position Overview:
We are currently seeking a dynamic individual with a strong work ethic and excellent people skills to join our team as an Optician. In this role you will play a vital part in assisting our patients in selecting and dispensing eyewear. Experience is preferred, but it’s not required. We offer paid training to the right person with a great attitude, a helpful heart, and a love of learning. This training will allow you insight into an industry that delivers our patients a best-in-class experience to help them see and live their best lives. We want every patient to have a 5-star experience, and this role is a key person in creating that experience.
Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional customer service (patient comes first)
- Assist patients in selecting eyewear to meet their needs and style
- Educate patients about lens options and doctor's recommendations
- Use measurement devices to custom fit eyewear
- Be familiar with and educate patients on vision benefits
- Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently
- Maintain accurate patient records in office software/EHR
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Collaborate with the doctor and team members to provide an extraordinary patient experience
- Communicate and demonstrate the Eyecare Specialties values and brand philosophy while working with patients
- Participate in other office duties as assigned
Eyecare Specialties Values
- Warm and Welcoming to all people
- Competent and Knowledgeable
- Clean and Organized
- Eager to get the job done (takes initiative)
- Trustworthy and Reliable
- Team Player - We win as a team!
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- ABO certification or the goal to achieve certification
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Keen attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Employee coverage for eyecare and discounts on eyewear.
- Fun and dynamic work environment with a supportive team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15