Optician/ophthalmic technician for ophthalmology office

Emerald Eye Center Inc; Encino; On-site; COP 91,004,110 - 126,394,597; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Paid Holidays

Paid vacation

401 K

Job summary

Emerald Eye Center Inc in Encino is seeking a dedicated Optician/ophthalmic technician for a full-time position. The successful candidate will perform vision acuity tests and manage an optical dispensary, ensuring quality service and profitability.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a background in customer service within an optical setting. Competitive salary ranging from $18.00 to $25.00 per hour is offered along with benefits such as paid training and 401 K.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of on-the-job training or Apprenticeship required.
• Appropriate certifications and/or licensures.

Responsibilities

• Perform vision acuity test and other ophthalmic diagnostic testing.
• Measure customers for eyeglasses and coordinate frames.
• Maintain records of customer prescriptions and payments.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent mathematical knowledge

Ability to sell and satisfy customer's needs

Knowledge of checking Vision plan eligibility and billing

Education

Associates Degree preferred

Vocational school acceptable

Job description

Optician/ophthalmic technician for ophthalmology office

Full Time • Encino

Incredible Emerald Eye center, Inc is seeking a full time or Part time Optician !

We are a fast-paced independent Ophthalmology practice with fast-growing Optical on the site. We are excited to add a new Optician to our team.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious person who can provide great quality of service, manage an optical dispensary, and can help to achieve high profitability.

General Accountabilities

- Perform vision acuity test, visual field, and ophthalmic diagnostic testing: autorefraction, OCT, and fundus photo.

• Measure customer for size of eyeglasses and coordinate frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription.
• May shape or reshape frames.
• Prepare work orders and instructions for grinding lenses and fabricating eyeglasses.
• Heat, shape, or bend plastic or metal frames to adjust eyeglasses to fit clients using pliers.
• Assist clients in selecting frames according to style and color and ensure that frames are coordinated with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions.
• Maintain records of customer prescriptions, work orders, and payments.
• The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
• Experience with VSP, Eye Med and other vision plans must

Job Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree preferred, but vocational school is acceptable
• Experience: Appropriate certifications and/ or licensures with 1-2 years of on-the-job training or Apprenticeship

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent mathematical knowledge allow to monitor sale
• Ability to sell and satisfy customer's needs
• Knowledge of checking Vision plan eligibility and billing VSP, Eye Med, and others vision plans

SALARY : $18.00 to $25.00 per hour.

Benefits:

• Paid training
• Paid Holidays
• Paid vacationVision plan
• 401 K