What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Optician position at Foundation Optical LLC?
MAIN JOB DUTIES:
- Provides patient education regarding lens materials, products and designs.
- Performs prescription analysis such as interpreting and transposing.
- Provides recommendations to patients regarding proper eyeglass frame selection.
- Designs complete eyewear products by incorporating frame design elements, lens materials and optics with patient’s prescription and lifestyle requirements.
- Performs eyeglass frame adjustments and repairs. Includes proper alignment of frame, comfortable fit, functional vision and instructions on proper wear and care of eyeglasses.
- Performs accurate measurements of lens power, pupillary distance, multifocal segment height, lens base curve, vertex distance, and prism power.
- Orders custom lens products from wholesale optical laboratories, monitors process, post charges and bill insurance when needed. ( EyeMed and Mass Health experience a plus)
- Orders contact lenses for patients.
- Verifies lens prescriptions of ordered lenses and check for accuracy.
- Assists in wholesale purchasing of frames and other products for resale to patients.
- Assists in the return of authorized merchandise to manufacturers and prepare credit forms.
- Designs, arrange and maintain product displays.
- Organizes and maintain frame display area throughout the workday.
- Monitors product inventory levels.
- Maintains inventory of office supplies and other materials necessary to properly run the department.
- Maintains instruments and hand tools used in the office.
- Maintains appropriate job knowledge required
- Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Massachusetts Licensed Optician
- Strong organizational skills.
- Enjoys working with children and families.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers, staff, and managers.
- Keen understanding of the anatomy of the eye as well as normal, abnormal vision and perception.
- Knowledge of the laws and standards governing the ophthalmic field.
- Working knowledge of proper sales techniques.
- Computer literacy and industry software knowledge required.
- Seeks out and accepts feedback about job performance.
- Emotional stability, ability to deal with personal, professional, and organizational change and growth.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
- Excellent visual acuity for close and detail work.
- Able to sit, stand and be flexible in movement.
- Physically able to work with telephones and computers.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination, motor coordination, and ability to do precise work. Professional Behavior:
- Professional manner in work setting
- Neat, well groomed, follows dress code.
About Foundation Optical LLC:
Foundation Optical LLC, Needham MA is looking for a career minded Massachusetts Licensed Optician to forward their career goals and join the amazing and fulfilling world of Specialty Pediatric Eyewear.
Have you seen those reels that focus on a child experiencing clear vision for the first time?
Well, I can tell you that it happens here at Foundation Optical LLC regularly!
What a heartwarming experience it is to see that happen.
If you are interested in this type of career fulfillment and personal gratification, join our team today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $45