Optician

Dempster Eye Center • Morton Grove, IL

396d • $39,520 - $56,160 • Onsite

About The Position

The Optician position at Dempster Eye Center involves providing exceptional customer service and support in a private optometry office. The role includes dispensing eyeglasses and contacts, managing front desk operations, and assisting patients with their eyewear needs. The office environment is friendly and accommodating, with a focus on teamwork and communication.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years of optical experience
• Anatomy knowledge
• Sales experience
• Customer service skills
• Medical coding knowledge
• Laboratory experience
• Strong communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Highly organized
• Ability to maintain a positive calm demeanor
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple cases and troubleshoot
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Front Desk management
• Making and receiving phone calls
• Dispensing eyeglasses (adjustment) and contacts
• Assisting patients with eyeglass sales and customer service
• Frame Inventory management
• Minor Data Entry
• Insurance lookups and claims processing

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

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