Optician
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority•Madison, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
Join the UW Health Eye Care Team who provides comprehensive care to patients of all ages. Assist patients with selecting the right fit, shape, style of eyewear and dispense contact lenses. Perform eye-glass repairs and adjustments. Educate patients and families on proper eye-wear care.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent Required
- Computer experience Required
- Previous experience in customer service or eye care setting Required
- Obtain American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Certification within 18 months or three (3) testing periods from the date of hire and maintain the certification Required
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an accredited Optician Vision Care Program Preferred
- 1 year or more Optician experience Preferred
- 1 year or more of work experience with processing insurance claims Preferred
- Optical lab training and/or optometric technician experience Preferred
- Contact lens training or experience Preferred
- American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Certification and/or National Contact Lens (NCLE) Certification Preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with selecting the right fit, shape, style of eyewear and dispense contact lenses.
- Perform eye-glass repairs and adjustments.
- Educate patients and families on proper eye-wear care.
Benefits
- health and dental insurance
- paid time off
- retirement plans
- two-week paid parental leave
- adoption assistance
- referral bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
