What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optician / Apprentice Optician position at Hometown Eye Care?
Hometown Eye Care is a small but very busy and growing optometry office seeking a full time Optician/Apprentice Optician. Must enjoy working with the public of all ages and have excellent customer service skills. The successful candidate will be friendly, professional, polite and extremely detail-oriented. This position includes performing all duties within optical with care and organization. Knowledge of optical products, electronic medical records, and vision insurance plans are highly preferred but not required.
Responsibilities of the position will be:
- Preparing work orders for the optical laboratory, providing inventory control and tracking jobs sent to ensure they return in a timely manner.
- Ensuring the finished eyewear meets our optical and customer standards.
- Dispensing, adjusting, and repairing eyewear.
- Take precise and accurate measurements for pupillary distance, eye size, and temple length.
- Educate patients on the recommended choice for specific lenses and lens coatings to fit their personal needs. Provide kind and friendly advice on frame styles, colors etc.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Hometown Eye Care prides itself on patient care with a friendly and positive staff. As a small practice our staff works together to solve problems as a team. It is essential that the new employee brings a team oriented attitude and is willing to work with other employees on all daily tasks.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Computer Skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lancaster, NH 03584: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25