Optician

Job Overview

Overview

Join our dynamic healthcare team as Optician, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional eye care services and eyewear solutions. This energetic position combines technical expertise with outstanding customer service, ensuring patients receive personalized care while maintaining compliance with health regulations. As an Optician, you will be the key to helping patients see clearly and look their best, all within a fast-paced, supportive environment that values your skills and dedication.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in selecting and fitting eyewear, including spectacle lenses and frames, ensuring optimal comfort and style
• Dispense eyewear accurately by interpreting prescriptions, performing lens measurements, and conducting eyewear fittings
• Conduct laboratory tasks such as frame adjustments, frame repairs and quality checks to ensure precision and durability
• Operate POS (Point of Sale) systems and cash registers efficiently for retail transactions while maintaining accurate records
• Work directly with our doctors to discuss the best lens design options for the patient’s needs
• Educate patients on eye health, optical products, and proper eyewear maintenance, adhering to medical terminology and physiology knowledge
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and clinical confidentiality policies to protect patient information at all times
• Collaborate with optometrists and other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive patient care in compliance with state healthcare regulations and medical billing standards
• Ability to operate electronic health records (EHR) systems accurately and efficiently

Experience

• Valid licensure as an Optician with comprehensive knowledge of ophthalmology practices and health regulation policies is preferred, but not required
• Experience in optical retail sales, eyewear fittings, spectacle lens dispensing, and laboratory procedures is preferred, but not required
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical Records/Electronic Health Records) is desired, but not required
• Experience working within clinical settings involving pediatrics or senior care populations is preferred
• Ability to perform basic math calculations for retail transactions
• Prior experience in a medical office setting or ophthalmology practice preferred but not required; training will be provided for the right candidate
• Strong patient service skills with a focus on direct patient care and clear communication
• Passion for working with diverse patient populations is highly valued

We are committed to fostering a vibrant workplace that supports your professional growth while providing excellent patient care. We are looking for the right personality for our practice and are willing to train that person to succeed for many years to come.

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person