Our private practice optometry office in Lincoln Park is looking to add to our team! Our optician will be responsible for the selling, fitting, and dispensing glasses and will initially be expected to answer phones, schedule patients, verify insurance, and other tasks that arise on a day-to-day basis. This will all be done 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.
Benefits:- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Candidate requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- At least 3 years of experience in the optical field
Familiarity working with many vision plans including VSP, Eyemed, Spectera, and Davis Vision, etc.
Great interpersonal and customer service skills
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
- Familiarity with our optical inventory and products to provide the most appropriate selections for the patient
- A chance to learn to edge lenses within 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
Compensation
Compensation depends on experience and skill level. Serious applicants please apply! Job Types
Full-time Schedule8 hour shift Weekends as needed Supplemental PayBonus opportunities EducationHigh school or equivalent (Required) Experience Optical: 3 years (Required) Work Location
In person
