PT Optical Sales Associate - Missoula, MT

ShopKo • Missoula, MT

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About The Position

As part of this 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 as well a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401K with match, and paid time off. Shopko Optical is seeking a Part-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Missoula, MT! 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.
• Previous experience in an office and/or optical dispensing is preferred.
• 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.

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.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages & Sales Incentives
• Volunteer Pay
• Sick Pay: Eligible Teammates accrue sick leave per state law
• 401K with Match and vested at 100%
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training & Certification
• Teammate Recognition Program
• Teammate Discounts on eyewear and contact lenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees