What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Optician position at Style Optique?
We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly individual to join our team to work as an optician. We offer the best in optical technology and frame styles and we are looking for someone who can communicate the benefits of these technologies to our patients.
Style Optique is a small, growing high-end optical boutique offering comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, medical eye care, the latest lens technologies, and high quality frames from mostly independent frame manufacturers. We set ourselves apart by providing an excellent patient experience and by offering unique, high-quality frames not easily found at other offices in the area.
Job Responsibilities:
- Review prescriptions from the doctor and educate patients about their lens options. Help them choose the best lenses and frames for their budget and lifestyle.
- Frame styling. Stay up-to-date on the benefits of each frame line we offer. Communicate the advantages of various frames to patients. Help them choose the best frame for their face shape, budget, lifestyle, etc.
- Help patients maximize their vision insurance benefits.
- Help maintain a clean working environment and help to merchandise dispensary.
- Greet and welcome patients into the store. Answer phones, schedule appointments, register patients, collect payments. Maintain a welcoming and friendly environment. Help to answer patient questions. Provide excellent customer service.
- Teach patients contact lens insertion and removal
- Exam pre-testing for the optometrist
- Frame repair, adjustments and troubleshooting
- Notify patients when their glasses and contacts are ready for pick up.
Skills:
- Excellent sales skills
- Excellent customer service, communication, computer skills, phone etiquette, and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as a team
- Knowledge of the various lens types and technologies, lensometer and ability to do eyeglass repairs, adjustments, and troubleshooting
- Pre-testing
- Experience working with VSP, Eyemed, and medical insurance
- Knowledge of Revolution EHR a plus
- At least one year optical sales experience required
Benefits:
- Eyewear discounts
- Complimentary eye care
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: One location