Optician

DELLA Auto Group

Gurnee (IL)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical Insurance

401k retirement plan

Vacation and Holiday pay

Complimentary eyewear once a year

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Gurnee is seeking an Optician to enhance patient experiences and support eye care services. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and 1-2 years of retail experience, along with strong sales and communication skills. This full-time role offers competitive pay, medical insurance, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

Ability to sell using effective sales skills.
Minimum of 1-2 years in a retail environment.
State licensure or certification as an optician.

Responsibilities

Drive profitable store sales through effective selling.
Fill eyeglasses prescriptions and fit lenses.
Ensure quality patient experience.

Skills

Sales skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Optical prescriptions handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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General Function

Pearle Vision in Gurnee and Buffalo Grove, IL, is hiring an Optician to join our team of professionals. The basic function of the Optician is to attract and retain patients by delivering an exceptional patient experience, foster patient retention, and promote outstanding doctor satisfaction.

What We Offer

Competitive pay and generous commission structure
Medical Insurance and 401k retirement plan
Vacation and Holiday pay for full-time employees
Complimentary eyewear once a year

Major Duties & Responsibilities

Drive profitable store sales by fostering a retail selling culture and using effective retail sales skills.
Develop professional business relationships with other associates and doctors.
Fill ophthalmic eyeglasses prescriptions, and fit and adapt lenses and frames to patient needs.
Utilize optical prescriptions in conjunction with the patient's visual requirements.
Recommend specific lenses and lens coatings to suit patient needs.
Assist patients in the selection of frames, and coordinate frames to prescription and patient need.
Perform appropriate optical-related measurements.
Ensure a quality patient experience through correct pricing, POS entry, and realistic delivery time quotes.
Provide appropriate guidance to patients regarding managed vision care.
Assist the store with merchandising according to the Planogram and other Company standards.
Assist with the timely execution of approved marketing programs and initiatives, including signage and promotions according to company standards.
Other duties as assigned by the Store Manager.

Knowledge & Skills

Ability to sell through use of sales skills and accountability for sales results.
Experience and proven results with a retail or customer service establishment.
Ability to present and implement decisive and creative solutions to opportunities to grow the business.
Ability to provide enthusiastic and concise communication to meet/exceed patient expectations.
Foster positive and results-oriented associate and doctor relationships.
Attention to detail and follow-up.
Ability to manage priorities through adaptability and flexibility.
Willingness to take calculated risks.
Experience with personal computers preferred.
State licensure or certification by a nationally-recognized opticianry association as an optician.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent, or comparable experience typically achieved with a minimum of 1-2 years in a retail environment.

The incumbent or successful candidate must meet the position requirements above in order to perform the essential functions of this position and achieve the outcomes/results indicated in this position description. The Company will make every effort to make reasonable accommodations upon request to enable qualified individuals with known disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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