Optician

Park Nicollet is looking to hire an Optician to join our Eye Care team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary Provides Opticianry skills to properly assist patients with frames and lens selection based on lifestyle needs and prescription analysis. Conducts measurements and evaluates patients’ needs before ordering to ensure properly measured and selected eyewear. Fit and adjust eyewear to patients and customers for optimum visual efficiency. Demonstrates competency using Park Nicollet standards for Customer Service and Sales. Demonstrates being a team player in Optical, and all other departments within the Park Nicollet Clinic.

Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., occasional Saturdays 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Required Qualifications Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination: Three or more years related experience.

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification Must be ABO certified on hire or obtain certification within 3 years from date of hire.

Once certification is obtained it must be kept current every three years.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Competency in all the mechanical and instruments skills in the scope of Opticianry.

Knowledge of basic optics and products which reflect traditional practices and services of opticianry.

Effective verbal communication, human relations, and salesmanship skills

Demonstrates knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients.

Proven proficiency in the operation of the following: POS computer, Telephone, Personal Computer, Printer, Photocopier and Fax machine

Preferred Qualifications Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: Benefits Preferred American Board of Opticianry certification.

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!

About Us At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.