Apprentice Optician

Riverdell Vision is searching for a skilled and enthusiastic Apprentice Optician to join our growing private practice and play an integral part in what we’re all about–helping people see! In this role, you’ll become an expert on the different brands of eyeglasses that we have curated, and deliver extraordinary customer service to leave patients excited and confident with the glasses they walk away with. We provide you with an in house lab where you can hone your skills and give you the opportunity to be mentored by our amazing Opticians and Optometrists. Our ideal candidate is an avid learner who is eager to grow our optical in a meaningful way.

What You’ll Do:

• Work under the direct supervision of an Optometrist/Optician mentor, and learn how to meet our customer’s eyewear needs
• Learn how to take and record measurements, adjust and fit eyewear, and execute these details with flawless accuracy
• Learn how to check that our finished eyewear meets our optical standards, as well as customer requirements and requests
• Develop the expertise to explain prescription terminology and product offerings to customers
• Work with your team to make sure all customers receive exceptional service
• Learn how to help customers choose the best frames and lenses based on their prescription needs, face fit, personal style, and lifestyle
• Collaborate with your team to form best practices for sales and customer service that can be implemented throughout the organizationCross-trained in patient services (check in/out, screenings, making appointments, calling patients, etc.)

Who You Are

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Interested in working in a medical-oriented role to help people see
• Passionate about working with people
• A hands-on problem solver who’s excited to learn a new technical skill
• A clear, effective, and professional communicator
• Dedicated to going above-and-beyond to help customers (and your team!)
• An energetic, positive team player who’s able to adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment
• Extremely detail-oriented and capable of juggling a wide range of responsibilities
• Open-minded—you’re constantly learning and challenging what you know
• Someone who takes your work very seriously

About Us

Founded in 1998, Riverdell Vision has established itself as the leader in eye health in northern New Jersey for over 25 years. Through our dedicated customer service, advanced technology and comprehensive staff training, we’ve set ourselves apart to serve our patients to the highest standard. At our practice, we operate by our own motto of “the patient is always first” and we hope others will join us in our mission to serve our community’s vast eye health needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oradell, NJ 07649: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Sales: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19