Optician

FILLMORE EYE CLINIC INCORPORATED • Hobbs, NM

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This individual is responsible for all aspects of the successful operation of the optical shop by directing, coordinating, and communicating pertinent information, except for issues involving professional judgment beyond licensure. The optician interprets prescriptions, conducts patient consultation, and recommends frames and lenses. The optician creates and maintains displays of optical merchandise, and maintains inventory within the optical retail area.

Requirements

• Maintains all required state licensure.
• Demonstrates appropriate team player attitude and enthusiasm.
• Works accurately and efficiently in Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Two years business management experience preferred.
• Varied optical management experience preferred.
• Experience in negotiating general business contracts with vendors
• Familiarity with managed vision care contracting.
• Budgetary experience.
• Inventory management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops an annual business plan for the optical shop and presents it to the owners.
• Develops annual marketing plans with the management team.
• Serves as primary interface with vendors
• Develops and manages effective inventory control.
• Tracks referrals and capture rate effectively.
• Develops and communicates effective monthly reports.
• Tracks and reports sales margins in aggregate and by plan.
• Researches local and regional managed care opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed