PT Optical Sales Associates - Omaha, NE

Shoptikal, LLC•Omaha, NE

16h•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships in the communities we serve through a rewarding career helping improve the sight and lives of our patients. Enjoy on-the-job training and certification opportunities. Shopko Optical is seeking a Part-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Omaha, NE. On the job training provided, no experience necessary.

Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent
Maintain license as required by state
To become Certified, teammate must complete Shopko OCE Certification requirements and calendar modules
Able to handle multiple customer interactions/phone calls at a time
Able to work with patient eyewear needs including analyzing prescriptions, repairs and adjustments and lifestyle dispensing
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication
Able to read and write at a high school graduate level

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an office and/or optical dispensing is preferred

Responsibilities

Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and dispensing of eyewear.
Complete pre-screening activities prior to patient exams.
Prepare work orders for Optical Lab.
Process medical billing information.
Maintain frame inventory.
Analyze patient eyewear needs.
Recommend specific lenses, lens coatings and frames to satisfy patient needs.
Assist patients in selecting frames according to style and color. Ensure frames are coordinated with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions.
Order and dispense eyewear accurately and professionally.
Assist patients with proper frame repairs and adjustments.
Show patients how to insert, remove and care for their contact lenses.
Assist Optometrist with case histories and screenings.
Maintain a complete knowledge of third-party plans and claims.
Explain promotions and special lens offerings to patients and customers.
Balance accounts.
Ensure proper merchandising of frame inventory.