Licensed Optician 32 Hours

BJ's Wholesale Club • Hollywood, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Optician dispenses spectacles and other optical products to adults and children using prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists. The role advises and assists patients with lens and spectacle-frame options, including style, weight, and color. It provides member service, supports optical sales and performance goals, processes and tracks orders, handles payments, and assists with eyeglass adjustments and repairs. The position also follows company and club policies, including privacy and confidentiality requirements, and assists the Optical Manager with opening and closing procedures. The posted pay starts at $27.00; additional spiff-program compensation is not included in the advertised range.

Requirements

• Must hold an active, up-to-date license to work as an optician in the state of employment.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Open shift availability is required for full-time positions.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of optical products and business practices is preferred.
• High school diploma, college degree, and/or big-box wholesale, retail, or optical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify order data entry by comparing the prescription information entered in the system with the original prescription, and file orders using the correct store ABC system.
• Deliver sales through excellent member service in person and over the phone, clearly explaining procedures included under the exam fee.
• Take measurements, confirm frame selection is appropriate for prescription power, and read prescriptions using a lensometer.
• Notify members when products are ready and advance orders through the system, including received, notified, and dispensed statuses.
• Handle money-related transactions and ensure funds are collected and payments are made accurately at the point of service.
• Support sales and metric goals by educating patients about available products and recommending products that address their visual needs.
• Engage with members in front of Optical during downtime.
• Follow privacy and confidential or proprietary company policies and procedures, including HIPAA requirements.
• Help members adjust and repair eyeglasses using optical hand tools.
• Assist the Optical Manager with opening and closing procedures at the beginning and end of shifts.
• Maintain club policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.
• Support a safe, positive, inclusive, and respectful environment; deliver member service and uphold club standards.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Complimentary BJ’s Club Card Membership and a free Supplemental Membership for someone in the household.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal and sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Three medical plan options, with optional dental and vision coverage, a Health Savings Account, and flexible spending account options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match for team members age 18 and older.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, with shares of BJ’s common stock available at a 15% discount, subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED