What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optician position at Overland Optical Family Eye Care?
Optician with Outgoing Personality and an Eye for Details
We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly team member with a genuine passion for optical and eye care. We pride ourselves on providing our patients with an exceptional experience as a team. We are an independent, family owned two-location optometry office; we value our staff members and are looking for just the right fit to join our work family. We want the best of the best!
- Great candidates love working with people of all ages, love fashion and love to sell. They are friendly and knowledgeable; professional, reliable, organized and attentive to details. They are willing to learn and cross train.
- If you are a dependable, personable team player looking for a work home that will value you -- a practice where we truly care for our patients – please apply today!
Requirements: Optical experience of 2 years expected, including familiarity with vision plans and problem solving. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is optimal. 2 solid years of recent optical experience preferred; experience with Crystal Practice Management software is a plus. Pay will be commensurate with experience, personality, and ability to perform in all areas of the office.
General Duties: Advising patients about their prescription; looking up insurance information and explaining what insurance contributes; troubleshooting/problem-solving; dispensing and adjusting glasses; contact lens I & R; preparing glasses for and from the lab; telephone duties
About Us: We are a well established private optometry practice in the greater St. Louis area. We are family owned and have a strong family and team atmosphere. We want someone who will add to this culture. Position is Full Time and includes health and dental insurance; eye care services; paid vacation, holidays, sick time and incentives.
Office Hours are weekdays; M-F 8:30-5 except Tuesdays, 10-7:30. We are closed 50 Saturdays; we require only 2 Saturdays per year: the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving and the last Saturday of December.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental Pay:
- Commission pay
Experience:
- Optical: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Saint Charles, MO 63303: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person