Optician

Utah; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health in Murray, UT is seeking a patient-focused optical assistant to assist patients in selecting eyeglass frames and lenses. You will order, dispense, repair and adjust eyewear, and provide office support including scheduling.

The role requires at least six months in eye care and a current RQI eCredential within 30 days of hire; preferred certifications include NCLE and ABO. Join a team focused on compassionate patient care and quality eyewear.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience working in an eye care related position.
• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through University of Utah Health; must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred certifications: NCLE and ABO.

Responsibilities

• Assist and educate patients in selecting frames and lenses based on individual needs.
• Process eyeglass and contact lens orders, including pricing, payments, and documenting patient charts.
• Teach new contact lens wearers how to insert, remove, clean and care for lenses.
• Repair and adjust eyeglasses while ensuring patient satisfaction.
• Manage inventory of contact lenses, eyeglass frames, accessories, tools, and office supplies.
• Provide office support by answering calls, scheduling appointments and checking in patients.
• Maintain clean, organized eyeglass displays and perform frame assembly/lensometry as needed.
• Attend continuing education to stay updated on optical technology and advances.

Skills

Customer service

Eyeglasses sales

Frame fitting

Lensometry

OC/ABO NCLE certs

Job description

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position assists and educates patients in the selection of eyeglass frames, contact lenses and lens enhancements. The incumbent orders, dispenses, repairs and adjusts eyeglasses and contact lenses. This position also provides office support and assists customers with appointments.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Assists and educates patients in the selection of frames, contact lenses and lens enhancements based on the patient's specific needs.
• Processes eyeglass and contact lens orders, which includes pricing, measuring, collecting money, coding, and documenting patient charts.
• Teaches new contact lens wearers how to insert, remove, clean and care for lenses.
• Repairs and adjusts eyeglasses while ensuring patient satisfaction.
• Manages inventory of contact lenses, eyeglass frames, accessories, tools, and office supplies.
• Provides office support by answering incoming calls, scheduling appointments and checking in patients for appointments.
• Maintains clean, organized, and stocked eyeglass displays.
• Performs frame assembly and repair, frame adjustment and lensometry.
• Attends continuing education courses to keep informed of new technology and advances in the optical industry.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Ability to sell and service eyeglasses and contact lenses and a demonstrated commitment to provide excellent customer service.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve in situations that may involve patient comfort and satisfaction and professionally respond to customer inquiries.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
• Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications

Required

• Six months of experience working in an eye care related position, or equivalency.

Licenses Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Preferred

• Finish lab skills, including lens layout, edging and tinting.
• Frame assembly, adjustment and repair experience.
• Lensometry experience.
• National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) certification.
• American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Certification.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Near Vision, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (URS). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at 801-581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at 801-366-7770 or 800-695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at 801-581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Requisition Number 86336
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule M-F 8:30-5:30 Rotating Saturday
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Moran Midvalley Health Center
Workplace Set Up On-site
City Murray
State UT
Department MOR RET 31C MID MORAN RETAIL
Category Ophthalmology
Workplace Set Up On-site