Optical Sales Associate

\GO001W2K039GONDataHRSupervisorHRGeneralistShoptikalRecruitingArt for PageShopko Optical 500 x 100 0; Wadena (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401(k) with match

Employee assistance program

On-the-job training

Job summary

Shopko Optical, located in Wadena, Minnesota, is seeking an Optician to provide professional patient service and assist in selecting eyewear. The ideal candidate will enjoy hands-on training, the opportunity to help improve lives, and will foster community relationships.

Responsibilities include analyzing prescriptions, processing medical billing, and maintaining the frame inventory. Applicants should be high school graduates, and experience in optical dispensing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must maintain license as required by state.
• Experience in an office and/or optical field preferred.
• Ability to analyze prescriptions and assist with eyewear.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service in selecting eyewear.
• Process medical billing information accurately.
• Maintain inventory of frames and coordinate with Optical Lab.

Skills

Customer service

Optical dispensing

Communication skills

Juggling multiple interactions

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Optical equipment

Computer

Job description

Optician Pay rate is $15.00 to $21.00 per hour.

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.

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.

Benefits

• Competitive wages & sales incentives
• Volunteer pay
• Sick pay (eligible teammates accrue sick leave per state law)
• 401(k) with match and vested at 100%
• Employee assistance program
• On‑the‑job training & certification
• Teammate recognition program
• Teammate discounts on eyewear and contact lenses

Duties and Responsibilities

Customer Service

• Provide excellent customer and patient service according to company and optical center standards
• Analyze patient eyewear needs
• 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

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 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.