What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optician - Optical Sales position at Gallup Eye Group?
Gallup Eye Group is seeking an experienced individual for our optical department. An experienced staff, well established clinic, and a detailed training process is waiting for you. An outgoing personality that works well in a team setting is a must. Sales experience preferred. ABO certification, optical experience, and business or sales experience are all helpful, but not required. Resume required: Applications without resumes will not be considered.
Job Duties
- Assist patients in selecting eyeglasses frames in accordance with prescription specifications, desired use, and comfort of fit
- Adjust, repair, dispense frames
- Order and track lenses in a timely manner
- Organize and replenish frame boards
- Assist in frame inventory, reorders, and meeting with vendors
- Help other departments as needed and as available
Required Experience
- Outgoing, friendly, great at interacting with a wide range of ages, personalities, and needs; and able to work with a team.
- Preferred: ABO certification; sales or business leadership. Fluent in Spanish or Navajo would be a plus.
- High levels of organization, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to work in fast paced medical setting
- Reliable attendance and ability to plan ahead for absences
- Ability to respectfully contribute to a team while being mindful of office values
- Ability to clearly and confidently articulate patient education
- Ability to engage with and assist patients with compassion and thoughtfulness
- Aptitude for thoroughness, detail
- Basic math and typing skills required and used daily to complete tasks
Our mission is to deliver the highest quality eye care to our patients, in a professional, courteous, and compassionate manner. We will incorporate quality personnel, strong evidence-based clinical care, and advanced technology in order to achieve this goal. We value professional patient interactions with quality clinical care performed in a pleasant work environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.50 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Sales: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
- Navajo (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20