Licensed Optician Part Time

BJ's Wholesale Club•Victor, NY

About The Position

The Licensed Optician dispenses spectacles and other optical products to adults and children using prescriptions written by optometrists and ophthalmologists. The role advises and assists patients with lens and frame choices, including style, weight, and color, and provides service and support to members throughout the optical order process. Responsibilities include verifying prescription and order-entry information, taking measurements, checking prescriptions with a lensometer, advancing orders through the system, notifying members when products are ready, and dispensing completed orders. The optician provides product education and recommendations, assists with eyeglass adjustments and repairs, handles payments, and supports the Optical Manager with opening and closing procedures. The role must follow company policies, including privacy and confidentiality requirements, and maintain a safe, friendly, and organized member experience.

Requirements

Must hold an active, up-to-date license to work as an optician in the state of employment.
Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail are required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
Ability to frequently lift objects up to 50 pounds; heavier or awkward objects may require assistance.
Ability to use optical hand tools to adjust and repair eyeglasses, including inserting and removing nose pads and small screws.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of optical products and business practices is preferred.
A high school diploma, college degree, and/or experience in big-box wholesale, retail, or optical settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

Verify order data entry and compare the entered prescription with the original prescription from the doctor for accuracy.
File orders using the correct store ABC system and follow proper order filing procedures.
Deliver sales through excellent member service in person and over the phone.
Explain procedures included under the exam fee with clear, honest communication and a friendly demeanor.
Take measurements, ensure frame selection is appropriate for prescription power, and read prescriptions using a lensometer.
Update order status in the system, including received, notified, and dispensed, and notify members when products are ready.
Handle money-related transactions and ensure accurate funds are collected and payments are made at the point of service.
Educate patients about available products and recommend products that support their visual needs to help achieve sales and metric goals.
Engage with members in front of Optical during downtime.
Follow privacy and confidential/proprietary company policies and procedures, including HIPAA requirements.
Assist members with eyeglass adjustments and repairs.
Assist the Optical Manager with opening and closing procedures.
Maintain club policies and procedures and carry out other assigned duties.
Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
Support a safe, positive, inclusive, and respectful environment for members and team members.
Help maintain daily GOLD club standards, including stocking, planogram execution, accurate signage, and a clean and organized club.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Access to earned pay before payday through Daily Pay; a fee may apply
Complimentary Club Card Membership and a free Supplemental Membership for someone in the household
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Medical plans
Optional dental insurance
Optional vision insurance
Health Savings Account options
Flexible spending account options
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match for team members age 18 and older
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the opportunity to purchase BJ’s common stock at a 15% discount, subject to eligibility requirements