Optician Part Time

BJ's Wholesale Club • Plymouth Meeting, PA

13d • $18

About The Position

The 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. It also supports sales and member service, verifies prescription and order information, takes measurements, helps ensure products are ready and correctly dispensed, and assists with eyeglass adjustments and repairs. The position follows club and privacy policies and supports Optical department opening and closing procedures.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and attention to detail.
• At least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of optical products and business practices.
• High school diploma, college degree, and/or experience in big-box wholesale, retail, or optical settings.

Responsibilities

• Verify order data entry against the original prescription, ensure information is accurate, and file orders using the correct store system.
• Deliver member service in person and over the phone, explain procedures included under the exam fee, and communicate honestly and pleasantly.
• Take measurements, ensure appropriate frame selection for prescription power, read prescriptions using a lensometer, update order status, notify members when products are ready, and handle payments.
• Support sales and metric goals by educating patients about available products and recommending options that meet their visual needs.
• Engage with members in front of Optical during downtime.
• Follow privacy and confidential or proprietary company policies, including HIPAA requirements.
• Assist members with eyeglass adjustments and repairs.
• Assist the Optical Manager with opening and closing procedures and ensure accurate collection of funds and payments at the point of service.
• Maintain club policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.
• Attend work regularly and predictably.

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.
• Choice of three medical plans, with optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account, and flexible spending account options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, available to team members age 18 and older.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with shares available at a 15% discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed