Retail Licensed Optician Part Time

Visionworks • Dartmouth, MA

69d • $27 - $40

About The Position

The position involves assisting customers with frame selection, fitting, and dispensing frames while utilizing technical information to interpret prescriptions. The role requires compliance with social distancing and hygiene protocols, providing accurate product information, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and sales techniques.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must have and maintain applicable state licensure for ophthalmic dispensing
• Knowledge and demonstrated abilities in explaining optical products and services
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and correspondence
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts and percentages
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer literacy
• Strong communication skills and desire to work with the public
• Outgoing, positive professional personality & appearance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to interact well with Doctor and other associates
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Flexibility to support change
• Ability to initiate immediate interaction and collaboration with team members

Responsibilities

• Assist each customer in frame and lens selection meeting social distance requirements
• Ensure compliance with social distancing, cleaning protocols and cleaning hygiene practices
• Provide customers with accurate product information regarding frames, lens selections and other services
• Provide customers covered by Third Party insurance with accurate information regarding benefits
• Utilize the SERVE sales process to identify customer needs and establish proper lens recommendations
• Analyze and interpret patients’ prescriptions and communicate with the Lab and Optometrist
• Sell, fit and dispense frames and other accessories through accurate measurements and adjustments
• Maintain a clean and orderly dispensing area
• Responsible for the accuracy of customer pricing for the retail customer
• Maintain license requirements per State Guidelines
• Provide feedback and guidance to Apprentice Opticians where applicable
• Adhere to privacy and confidential company policies and procedures
• Participate in training and educational activities necessary for departmental goals
• Maintain cleanliness of all equipment, workstations and the overall facility
• Complete additional responsibilities as assigned by changing business needs

Benefits

• $4000 Sign on Bonus
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Incentive pay, wage upgrades, and overtime opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees