Optician

Pavletic Eye Care; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Pavletic Eye Care in Orland Park, IL is seeking an Optician to join our team. You will speak with patients to learn about their eyewear needs, take facial measurements, and help them choose frames and lenses based on their lifestyle and preferences.

You will also explain pricing, insurance coverage, and payment options while ensuring HIPAA compliance and delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

HIPPA knowledge

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

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
• License with the state desired
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of HIPPA
• Strong customer service skills