CFS - Licensed Optician/Optical Technician

US Eye•Sarasota, FL

About The Position

Center For Sight is a market-leading, multi-specialty physician group providing ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and cosmetic facial surgery. The Licensed Optician/Optical Technician prepares and dispenses lenses, spectacles, eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other optical devices. Licensed opticians may duplicate lenses by power without a prescription and, subject to applicable board rules and prescribing-provider authorization, fill, fit, adapt, or dispense contact lens prescriptions. The role includes interpreting prescriptions, taking eye measurements, helping clients choose lenses, treatments, and frames, inspecting and adjusting eyewear, resolving vision and eyewear concerns, and assisting patients with insurance benefits and costs. The employee prepares orders for lab technicians and maintains orders, prescriptions, and inventory while following applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, and the organization’s compliance and conduct requirements. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with occasional overtime. Some locations require Saturday work from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Travel and driving are required for some locations. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The work takes place in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented, confidential department with usually moderate noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Associate degree in Opticianry from an accredited educational institution, or completion of a three-year Florida apprenticeship program.
Florida licensure, or experience practicing opticianry in a state outside Florida and licensure outside Florida.
Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Knowledge of materials, methods, instruments, and equipment.
Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, and manage time to meet deadlines and organizational requirements.
Knowledge of progressive and other lens options and the differences between them.
Knowledge of non-glare, polarized, and other lens treatments.
Knowledge of material options and the differences between them.
Proficient computer skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent standing, sitting, handling or feeling objects, tools or controls, reaching, and talking or hearing; occasional climbing or balancing, kneeling, and crouching; and potentially lifting 50–90 pounds.
Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Interpret prescriptions written by ophthalmologists and optometrists.
Collect eye measurements, including pupillary distance, segment height, base curve, width, and thickness.
Help clients select lens and treatment options based on their needs.
Choose appropriate lens materials.
Help clients select frames suited to their facial structure and prescription.
Troubleshoot patient vision and eyewear concerns.
Neutralize and inspect prescription lenses with a lensometer to verify accuracy.
Identify prescribed and unwanted prism based on the written prescription.
Navigate insurance websites to help patients understand available benefits and plan-related costs.
Prepare orders for lab technicians to ensure proper lenses are delivered.
Adjust eyeglasses for proper fit and repair broken frames.
Educate clients on proper eyeglass and contact lens care.
Track orders, prescriptions, and inventory.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, the Compliance Program, and the Code of Conduct.