Optical Shop Administrative Assistant

PDS Consultants Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Dental Insurance

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

PDS Optical is seeking an Administrative Assistant at the Lake Nona, FL VA to support our mission of GREAT Veteran CARE. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with no nights or weekends.

You will provide friendly service to Veterans, help with daily store operations, greet patients, and perform basic bookkeeping related to orders and payments. Join a team committed to exceptional eyewear and service, with benefits including health insurance and more.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Optical experience is preferred but not required.
• Good computer skills and familiarity with standard computer equipment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, professional, and efficient service to Veterans.
• Assist with opening and closing duties of the store.
• Greet patients and provide information to receive eyewear.
• Perform basic bookkeeping: track orders, record purchases, and process payments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Computer skills

Adaptability

Dependability

Job description

PDS Optical is a SDVOSB Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that manufactures a very large number of eyeglasses each day. We have Optical Laboratories in Louisville, KY and Fort Lauderdale, FL and manage many optical stores across the US and Puerto Rico. We take great pride in our product and are especially thankful to produce eyeglasses for United States Veterans. PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity employer who values everyone and is committed to EEO for all. We consider our employees to be our most valuable asset and would love for you to consider joining our team.

Join Our Team at PDS Optical!

At PDS Optical, we are committed to delivering exceptional eyewear and outstanding service to our Veterans. We're seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team at the Lake Nona, FL VA and help us uphold our mission of providing GREAT Veteran CARE!

Position Details:

• Full-time | Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
• No nights or weekends
• Pay Range: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide friendly, professional, and efficient service to Veterans.
• Assist with duties associated with the daily opening and closing of the store
• Greet and help patients with information necessary to receive their eyewear
• Basic bookkeeping duties associated with tracking patient's order and recording purchases, collecting payment and other necessary information for each patient

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Optical experience is preferred but not required
• Good computer skills and working knowledge of standard computer equipment
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and customer focused.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Optical, we value work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members personally and professionally.

Benefits We Offer:

• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Join a team where your skills and dedication make a difference in the lives of Veterans. Be part of a supportive, professional environment that fosters growth and success.

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