What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optician/Eyewear Specialist position at Oliver Eye Care?
Join our growing office and expanding team! We are looking for an Optician/Eyewear Specialist to join our team at Oliver Eye Care. This role is primarily about helping patients choose proper/fashionable eyewear, adjusting eyewear to fit, repairing eyewear, taking measurements for prescription lenses, as well as other roles around the office.
Experience in optical or medical office is a plus, but not necessary. We have systems to train the right candidate from the ground up. Above all else, we are looking for the right attitude, willingness to learn, and personality traits including being kind, compassionate, outgoing, reliable, and trustworthy.
Skills and Responsibilities (to be discussed more at interview):
- Deliver an exceptional patient experience
- Address patient’s individual needs by staying up-to-date with eyewear trends and technology
- Manage Frame inventory, coordinating with Representatives/Vendors from frame companies.
- Have clear and open communication
- Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
- Take necessary and accurate measurements.
- Prepare work orders for lab ensuring all pertinent information is listed
- Inspect final product for accuracy; adjust completed glasses to fit patient using pliers, hands and heat if necessary, to bend frames accordingly
- Educate patient on how best to care for their glasses
- Must have reliable transportation
- Greet the patient warmly with eye contact and a smile
- Explain limited time specials, events and services to patients
- Follow through on obligations, keep a keen eye on details, and excel while multitasking
- Make decisions based on the best interest of the patient and company
- Be open to learning other roles, responsibilities, and cross-training
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Ability to Commute:
- Sparta, NC 28675 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sparta, NC 28675: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20