Licensed Optician Part Time
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 in selecting lenses and spectacle frames, including choices related to style, weight, and color. It verifies prescription and order information, takes measurements, helps ensure correct frame selection, reads prescriptions using a lensometer, manages order updates and payments, supports eyeglass adjustments and repairs, and provides excellent service to members in person and by phone. The position also supports Optical department sales and service goals, follows privacy and company policies, and assists the Optical Manager with opening and closing procedures. The advertised pay range is $29.00–$35.50; additional compensation may be paid through a spiff program.
Requirements
- Must be licensed to work as an optician within the state and maintain an active, up-to-date license.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and attention to detail.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of optical products and business practices.
- High school diploma, college degree, and/or big-box wholesale, retail, or optical experience.
Responsibilities
- Verify order data entry against the original prescription and ensure all information is accurate; file orders using the correct store ABC system.
- Provide excellent member service in person and over the phone, explain procedures included under the exam fee, and communicate honestly and pleasantly.
- Take measurements, ensure frame selections are 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 suited to their visual needs.
- Engage with members in front of Optical during downtime.
- Adhere to privacy and confidential/proprietary policies, including HIPAA requirements.
- Help members with eyeglass adjustments and repairs.
- 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 member-focused environment while meeting club standards.
- Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
Benefits
- Weekly pay.
- Access to earned pay before payday; a fee may apply.
- Complimentary Club Card Membership and a free Supplemental Membership for someone in the household.
- Paid vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
- Choice of three medical plans, with optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account, and flexible spending account options.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match for team members age 18 and older.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan allowing purchases of BJ’s common stock at a 15% discount.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
