What are the responsibilities and job description for the Eyewear Specialist position at Vision Source South Asheville?
Eyewear Specialist (Optician) – Full-Time
Vision Source South Asheville
1829 Hendersonville Road, Suite 60
Asheville, NC 28803
Compensation: $45,000–$55,000 per year, depending on experience
Schedule:
- Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- No weekends
Join Our Team
Vision Source South Asheville is seeking a motivated, fashion-conscious Eyewear Specialist (Optician) to join our team. Optical experience is preferred, but no experience is required. We are willing to train the right candidate who has a passion for helping people, enjoys sales, and has a strong sense of style.
As an Eyewear Specialist, you will perform the traditional duties of an optician while helping patients choose eyewear that complements their appearance, lifestyle, and vision needs. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys combining healthcare, fashion, customer service, and sales.
Who Is Successful in This Role?
The most successful Eyewear Specialists at our practice:
- Have a keen eye for fashion and personal style
- Enjoy sales and helping customers make purchasing decisions
- View eyewear as both a medical device and a fashion accessory
- Enjoy acting as a stylist and helping patients look their best
- Present themselves professionally and take pride in their appearance
- Build strong relationships with patients through excellent customer service
- Are confident recommending products that best meet a patient's needs
If you love fashion, enjoy working with people, and find satisfaction in helping someone discover a pair of glasses they truly love, this could be an excellent fit.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with selecting frames and lenses based on prescription, lifestyle, and personal style
- Explain lens options, coatings, and premium eyewear products
- Take accurate optical measurements
- Process and track eyewear orders
- Verify eyewear orders for accuracy upon arrival
- Adjust, fit, and perform minor repairs to eyeglasses
- Maintain optical displays and inventory
- Provide exceptional customer service throughout the patient experience
- Help achieve optical sales goals while ensuring patients receive the best solutions for their vision needs
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Optical experience preferred, but not required
- Retail, fashion, luxury sales, hospitality, or customer service experience is a plus
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Professional appearance and positive attitude
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $45,000–$55,000 per year, based on experience
- 401(k) with employer match (eligible after one year of employment)
- Eyewear and eye care benefits
- Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Consistent daytime schedule
- No weekend hours
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief introduction to:
admin@visionsource-southasheville.com
At Vision Source South Asheville, we believe great eyewear can change how people see and how they feel about themselves. We're looking for an Eyewear Specialist (Optician) who enjoys helping patients look their best, see their best, and feel confident every day. We look forward to hearing from you.
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000