Licensed Optician Part Time

BJ's Wholesale Club • Sumter, SC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for dispensing spectacles and other optical products to adults and children using prescriptions written by optometrists and ophthalmologists. Advises and assists patients with lenses and spectacle frames, including choices related to style, weight, and color. Provides member service, processes optical orders and payments, helps with eyeglass adjustments and repairs, and supports the Optical Manager with opening and closing procedures. The role also requires following club policies, protecting confidential information, and helping maintain a safe, positive, clean, and organized club environment.

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.

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 work is preferred.
• Open shift availability is required for full-time positions.

Responsibilities

• Verify order data entry by comparing the prescription in the system with the original prescription and ensuring the information is accurate.
• Complete order filing procedures and file each order under the correct ABC system in the store.
• Deliver sales through excellent member service in person and over the phone.
• Explain procedures included under the exam fee in detail and communicate openly and honestly with customers.
• Take measurements, ensure correct frame selection for prescription power, and read prescriptions using a lensometer.
• Notify members when products are ready and advance each order through the system, including received, notified, and dispensed statuses.
• Handle money-related transactions and ensure accurate funds are collected and payments are made at the point of service.
• Work toward sales and metric goals by educating patients about available products and recommending those that address their visual needs.
• 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 at the beginning and end of shifts.
• Maintain club policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Support club standards by working as a team to keep items stocked, execute planograms, maintain accurate signage, and keep the club clean and organized.
• Provide service excellence, address and deescalate member concerns, and help ensure a safe and positive experience.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Complimentary BJ’s Club Card Membership and a free Supplemental Membership for someone in the team member’s household.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Three medical plan options, with optional dental and vision coverage.
• 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, subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

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