Optician

Pavletic Eye Care; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Pavletic Eye Care in Illinois is seeking an Optician to join our team. You will greet patients, discuss lifestyle needs, take facial measurements, and help them select eyewear and contact lenses based on individual requirements.

You will explain pricing and insurance coverage, educate patients about products, and ensure HIPAA and confidentiality are upheld. The ideal candidate has excellent customer service, strong communication, and a solid understanding of how an optometrist’s office operates.

Qualifications

• Previous optometrist’s experience desired.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality ideal.

Responsibilities

• Meet and talk with patients to learn their needs for eyewear.
• Make suggestions on frames, and assist patients in choosing the best option for them.
• Take facial measurements to ensure a perfect frame fit.
• Prepare specific orders for the ophthalmic lab.
• Explain pricing, insurance, and payment options to the patient thoroughly.
• Operate under all HIPAA and confidentiality regulations.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an Optician to join our team! As an Optician, you will speak with patients to learn about their lifestyle and needs, take facial measurements, and help them pick out eyewear and contact lenses based on their specific requirements. You will also help them learn about their new products, explain pricing and insurance coverage, and follow all HIPPA and confidentiality regulations closely. The ideal candidate has exceptional customer service skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and in-depth knowledge of the inner workings of an optometrist’s office.

Responsibilities

• Meet and talk with patients to learn their needs for eyewear
• Make suggestions on frames, and assist patients in choosing the best option for them
• Take facial measurements to ensure a perfect frame fit
• Prepare specific orders for the ophthalmic lab
• Explain pricing, insurance, and payment options to the patient thoroughly
• Operate under all HIPPA and confidentiality regulations

Qualifications

• Previous optometrist’s experience desired
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of HIPPA
• Strong customer service skills