Eyewear Consultant/Optician

Maine Optometry; Freeport (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement savings plan

Health insurance

Paid vacation time

Job summary

Maine Optometry is expanding and seeks a friendly Eyewear Sales Consultant/Optician in Freeport, ME. You will assist patients in selecting eyewear, perform fittings, and deliver exceptional service with comprehensive training provided.

The role emphasizes accuracy, patient care, and teamwork in a busy optical department. You will help ensure accurate measurements, discuss lens options, and coordinate with optometrists.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented approach to measurements and adjustments.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and eyewear systems.
• Strong customer service and retail skills.
• Clear communication and teamwork.
• Basic math and prescription understanding.

Responsibilities

• Take and record measurements and fit eyewear to ensure proper fit.
• Greet patients, explain the eyewear shopping process, and provide excellent service.
• Review prescriptions and consult with optometrists as needed.
• Custom fit glasses and inspect eyewear for quality and accuracy.
• Explain lens and frame features and benefits to patients.
• Maintain organized and clean frame boards.

Skills

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Adaptable to tech

Customer service

Communication

Math skills

Education

American Board of Opticianry (ABO) certified

Job description

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Full Time Sales Freeport, ME, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1400

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Maine Optometry is growing with 7 new Doctors. Come be a part of our team!

Location: Freeport

Salary Range:$20 — $25 hourly

If you\'re friendly, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a positive work environment, we want to hear from you! Experience in healthcare or customer service is a plus but not required – we provide comprehensive training.

Do you have a “can do” spirit and strong drive to deliver exceptional customer service and eyewear to help patients in the community? If so, then our Eyewear Sales Consultant/Optician role in our Maine locations would be a great fit for you!

What We Offer:

• 401K retirement savings plan
• Health insurance
• Paid vacation time
• And even more benefits!

Office Hours:

• Monday: 8am - 6pm
• Tuesday - Thursday: 8am - 5pm
• Friday: 8am - 4:30pm

Who We Are:

Maine Optometry is a primary community destination for all vision care and eyewear needs, and we’re in search of a warm, friendly person to deliver an exceptional patient experience in our optical department. When you join our practice, you’ll enjoy a supportive staff environment and access to all the amazing things Maine has to offer in your time away from work, like gorgeous natural wonders and outdoor activities. Apply today!

What You’ll Do:

As an Eyewear Sales Consultant/Optician, you’ll be instrumental in helping patients select eyewear and adjusting it to their specifications for a perfect fit and function. You’ll represent our practice by greeting our patients with a smile, immediately offering help, and telling them what to expect from our eyewear shopping experience. You will also:

• Take and record measurements, adjust or fit eyewear correctly, and ensure finished eyewear meets standards and patient requirements
• Explores the needs and priorities of customers by asking open ended questions.
• Review prescriptions, identify special needs, and consult with optometrists and partner with management as needed
• Custom fit glasses and precisely inspect eyewear; and reinforce patients’ final selection
• Demonstrate superior product knowledge and accurately describe the features and benefits of various lenses and frames using appropriate tools
• Anticipate, problems, explore underlying reasons for patients’ issues, and develop long-term solutions to problems
• Present and educate patients on eyewear; commit to delivery date and time of expected eyewear
• Keep frame boards clean, attractive, and organized

Skills & Qualifications We’re Looking for:

• Thorough and detail oriented
• Good at multitasking and able to handle fast-paced, high-volume environments
• Embraces new technology and change
• Strong customer service and retail skills
• Solid communicator, listener, and team player
• Basic math skills
• American Board of Opticianry (ABO) certified, optical dispensing experience preferred, not required
• Knowledge of current optical frame styles and trends