What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Optician Needed! position at Tidewater Family Eye Care?
Tidewater Family Eye Care is a locally owned private optometry practice in a growing area. We have an emphasis on creating a culture where patients and team members feel they are part of a family. Our optician will be responsible for the selling, fitting, and dispensing glasses and will initially be expected to answering phones, patient scheduling, insurance verification, and other tasks that arise on a day-to-day basis 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.
Candidate requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- At least 3 years of experience in the optical field
- State optical license is highly recommended
- Familiarity working with many vision plans including Eyemed, Spectera, and Davis Vision, VSP, 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
- To be familiar with our optical inventory and products to provide the most appropriate selections for the patient
- Edge lenses with 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 depends on experience and skill level. Serious applicants with experience in the field.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25