Optician / Optical Sales Consultant

Join Our Growing Team at Hunter Family Vision!

Hunter Family Vision, a thriving private optometry practice with locations in Leawood and Prairie Village, KS, is seeking a dedicated full-time Optician to join our team. If you are passionate about exceeding patients' eye care and eyewear needs, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Past optical experience is helpful, but not required. Excellent patient communication skills are essential.
• Attitude: A team player with a positive attitude, who is friendly, detail-oriented, and reliable.
• Commitment: A strong work ethic and a dedication to providing the highest quality of care.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Work Week: Enjoy a 4.5-day work week, with Fridays being a half day. One day at both offices we are open from 9 AM to 6 PM.
• Supportive Culture: We focus on building a strong, encouraging team environment throughout the entire office.
• Competitive Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour, dependent on experience and negotiable.
• Growth Opportunities: As our practice expands, we seek long-term team members who contribute to a great work environment and deliver top-notch patient care.
• Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching*
  • Dental insurance*
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance*
  • Paid time off*
  • Vision insurance*
  • Paid Training
• Waiting period may apply; only full-time employees eligible.

Employment Type: Full-time

Join us at Hunter Family Vision and be a part of a growing team that truly values its employees and patients. If this sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities

• Work with patients to solve their eyecare needs and explain their best eyewear options based on the doctor's recommendations
• Provide high-end service with a personal touch to patients
• Apply insurance and create patient optical and eye exam invoices
• Capture custom, accurate eyewear measurements for patients
• Dispense prescription eyewear to patients in our optical department
• Check patients out and take payment for services and materials
• Order prescription lenses from the lab and check jobs in when they arrive
• Be dependable and punctual
• Be patient and sincere

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years previous Optician experience preferred
• Fashion savvy and enjoy helping people in a customer setting.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), including strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Comfortable with sales and making transactions.
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.