Licensed Apprentice Optician - Wenatchee, Washington

Shopko; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Match

Vacation Pay/Personal Day

Paid Holidays

Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Program

On the Job Training & Certification

Job summary

Shopko in Wenatchee, WA offers a part-time Licensed Apprentice Optician role with on-the-job training and benefits. Earn $19.00 to $26.60 per hour helping patients select eyewear, process orders, and assist the optometrist with exams as needed.

The position emphasizes customer service, prescriptions analysis, and accurate frame fitting, with opportunities to advance through certification and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Licensed as required by the state
• On-the-job training and OCE certification are provided
• Experience in optical dispensing preferred
• Ability to handle multiple customer interactions at once
• Ability to analyze prescriptions and assist with eyewear needs

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient/customer service in selection, ordering and dispensing eyewear
• Complete pre-screening activities prior to patient exams
• Prepare work orders for Optical Lab
• Process medical billing information
• Maintain frame inventory

Skills

Customer service

Eyewear dispensing

Prescription analysis

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

State licensing prerequisite

Shopko OCE Certification

Tools

Optical lab equipment

Job description

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Licensed Apprentice Optician - Wenatchee, Washington

Part Time Technical Wenatchee, WA, US 1 Attachments

Salary Range: $19.00 To $26.60 Annually

It all starts in our centers, where our dedicated team members combine state-of-the-art technology, exceptional eye care, and hometown Midwestern values to deliver high-quality products and services.

As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships in the communities we serve through a rewarding career helping improve the sight and lives of our patients.

Enjoy on-the-job training and certification opportunities as well a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401K with match, and paid time off.

Licensed Apprentice Optician Pay Rate is $19.00 to $26.60 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY

• Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and dispensing of eyewear.
• Complete pre-screening activities prior to patient exams.
• Prepare work orders for Optical Lab.
• Process medical billing information.
• Maintain frame inventory.

Taking Care of our teams who take Care of our Patients

• 401K with Match
• Vacation Pay/Personal Day: Full-time regular teammates who work an average of 32 hours per week are eligible for 2 Weeks ofvacation benefits. 1 Personal Day is allowed of 8 hours.
• 6 or 7 Paid Holidays
• Sick Pay: Eligible Teammates accrue Sick/Safe Leave at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked.
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training & Certification

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CUSTOMER SERVICE

• Provide excellent customer and patient service according to company and Optical Center standards
• Recommend specific lenses, lens coatings and frames to satisfy patient needs
• Assist patients in selecting frames according to style and color. Ensure frames are coordinated with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
• Order and dispense eyewear accurately and professionally
• Assist patients with proper frame repairs and adjustments
• Show patients how to insert, remove and care for their contact lenses
• Assist Optometrist with case histories and screenings

BUSINESS AND OPERATIONAL STANDARDS

• Maintain a complete knowledge of third‑party plans and claims
• Explain promotions and special lens offerings to patients and customers
• Balance accounts
• Prepare work orders containing specific instructions for Optical Lab
• Process medical billing information
• Ensure proper merchandising of frame inventory

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Maintain license as required by State
• To become Certified, teammate must complete Shopko OCE Certification requirements and calendar modules
• Previous experience in an office and/or optical dispensing is preferred
• Able to handle multiple customer interactions/phone calls at a time
• Able to work with patient eyewear needs including analyzing prescriptions, repairs and adjustments and lifestyle dispensing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two‑way verbal communication
• Able to read and write at a high school graduate level
• Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Able to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.)
• Ability to lift 10 to 20 pounds
• Ability to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)
• Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand/arm steadiness
• Ability to grip and hold items
• Good eye and hand coordination
• Able to operate a cash register, various optical equipment and tools
• Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
• Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.