Optician/Receptionist

Experienced Optician Needed!

Sight To See Eyecare & Eyewear is a new private practice in a Geneva, IL with an emphasis on creating a culture where patients and team members feel they are part of a family. Our optician/receptionist will be responsible for the selling, fitting, and dispensing glasses and will initially be expected to answer phones, patient scheduling, insurance verification, and other tasks that arise on a day-to-day basis while providing a great interpersonal experience for our patients. We are looking for a candidate that has experience in the field, exceptional communication skills, is flexible as the office grows, has the ability to multitask, and most of all the passion to be instrumental in helping to lay the foundation for our growing company.

Candidate requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Optician experience, at least 3 years of experience in the optical field preferred
• State optical license is highly recommended
• Familiarity working with many vision plans including Eyemed, Spectera, and Davis Vision, VSP, etc.
• Familiarity with medical coding and medical records
• Proficiency in using Epic or other electronic health record systems
• Knowledge of retail management principles is beneficial
• Great interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong retail sales skills, including the ability to upsell products
• The availability to work full time including Saturdays
• The passion to assist in other tasks that aid in office efficiency and growth of the practice

Job Responsibilities:

• Ability to sell premium quality glasses and contact lenses
• Skilled in fitting, adjustment, and dispensing glasses
• To be familiar with our optical inventory and products to provide the most appropriate selections for the patient
• Edge lenses with in-house optical equipment
• Answer phones to schedule patients and answer general questions
• Verify insurances and interpret benefits from a large variety of medical and vision plans
• Have the willingness and flexibility to learn and adapt in a variety of situations
• Must have the desire and investment in the practice to help with promotion and growth
• Interpret prescriptions written by ophthalmologists or optometrists
• Educate customers on proper eyewear care and maintenance
• Keep accurate records of customer orders and prescriptions
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive eye care

Compensation depends on experience and skill level. 2 References are required.

We are looking for applicants who desire long term employment only. Serious applicants please contact Dr. Griffin Durias at info@sighttoseeoptometry.com

Warmly,

The Sight To See Team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.37 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Optical: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Geneva, IL 60134 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20