Licensed Optician

AES has been proudly serving the valley since 1953! Our large, valley-wide, Ophthalmology practice is seeking a compassionate, and qualified Licensed Optician, with exceptional people skills for our Optical Shop located in Scottsdale. This can be a part-time or full-time position (26 to 40 hours). Potential travel to our other valley wide locations may be occasionally requested as needed. We're consistently growing as a company, and with such, the potential for career growth and advancement is possible.

We are seeking Licensed Optician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, with the ability to assist patients in selecting eyewear and providing excellent customer service. The role also requires expertise in fitting and adjusting glasses, performing frame repairs, and cutting and edging lenses. Billing and placing orders for contact lenses and material. As well as, transposing and modifying prescriptions. Current ABO , NCLE, and Arizona LDO Certifications are required.

*Included in our ample benefits package, we offer Group Life Insurance/AD&D to all our full-time employees, a generous employer monthly contribution to employee benefits, employer biweekly contribution to employee HSA (to coincide w/ HDHP), supplemental benefits and PTO/STO/Holiday Time Off.

Please send a cover letter, as well as a resume.

(PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS OR WALK INS.)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist patients with selecting frames and lenses based on their needs and preferences.
• Fit and adjust eyeglasses for proper comfort and vision.
• Perform frame repairs and minor adjustments as needed.
• Cut and edge lenses to precise specifications.
• Provide excellent customer service and promote eyewear sales.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• CTL fit and training
• Rx transposing
• CTL orders
• CTL and Frame inventory
• Cutting and edging lenses in the office. (Briot/Evolution machine)
• Vision eligibility for CTL and Materials
• Billing VA, CTL, CTL fitting, Materials
• Prior authorization for medically necessary lenses.
• Demonstrates high levels of efficiency and accuracy.
• Partners with clinic management team, promoting a winning-attitude and displaying compassionate customer service.
• Various additional tasks as requested by management.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree (Required).
• Previous experience as an Optician required, with a focus on sales.
• Proficiency in fitting and adjusting glasses and performing frame repairs.
• Experience with lens cutting and edging.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients and peers.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Current Arizona state licensure or certification by a nationally recognized
• Opticianry Association as a LDO (Required).
• ABO & NCLE Certifications (Required).

Essential Functions & Introductory Period

To successfully perform the essential functions of this role, employees must be able to regularly stand, walk, and lift or move objects weighing up to 35 pounds. All new team members undergo a standard 90-day probationary period, during which reliable attendance is required and unexcused absences may result in immediate termination.

If you are a motivated, skilled, and customer-focused Licensed Optician with the required experience, we would love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Arizona Dispensing Optician License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Scottsdale, AZ 85253 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $35