What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optician position at Family Vision Associates?
Are you looking to find a new career in a fast-paced and fun environment, working in healthcare with some amazing patients and team members? Maybe you’re already in the field and want to advance your career in eyecare providing an unmatched eyecare experience with a team on the forefront of advanced techniques and technology? If so, we want you! Come work with one of Abilene’s best eye care teams! Established multi-site practice and optical dispensary, specializing in eye health care for all ages, has an immediate opportunity to join our Sales Team! We are seeking responsible individuals to be an Optician. This is a unique opportunity to provide unmatched patient care in a retail environment.
Be a Part of an Amazing Team Culture! 5 Reasons you should Join Our Team:
- People First Culture
- Team Focused Environment
- Passion to be Industry Leading & Innovative
- Our Team Members Feel Valued and Recognized
- Growth Opportunities from within
The right candidate will:
- Be motivated to provide exceptional customer service to every patient
- Have the ability to generate sales through developing relationships with customers
- Be sales focused with an outgoing personality and positive energy
- Be team oriented & solution focused
- Be confident and friendly
- Be excited to multitask in a lively, fast-paced environment
- Be comfortable with computers and learning new technologies
- Be adaptable to change
- Be dependable and punctual
- Be patient and kind as you will work with people from all walks of life
- Bilingual (especially Spanish speaking) is preferred but not required
Sales or Quality Customer Service experience is given preference. Eyecare or Optical experience is preferred, but NOT REQUIRED
Responsibilities
- Assist patients in selecting eyewear that meets their prescription and style preferences
- Take accurate measurements for eyeglasses and contact lenses
- Adjust and repair eyewear as needed
- Educate patients on proper eyewear care and usage
- Process orders for lenses and frames
- Maintain inventory of eyewear and optical supplies
Experience
- Experience in retail sales, particularly in an optical setting, is preferred
- Knowledge of optical products and services
- Familiarity with medical terminology related to eye care
- Proficiency in using optical equipment for measurements and fittings
- Strong sales skills to recommend appropriate eyewear based on patient needs
Job Types: Full-time:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person