Optician

Penn Tran OD Inc; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Vision insurance

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A leading optometry office in California seeks an Optician to join their team. The role involves engaging with patients to understand their eyewear needs, assisting them in frame selection, and explaining pricing and insurance coverage. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as fluency in English and Spanish. An understanding of HIPPA regulations is essential. This position promises a rewarding work environment and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Previous optometrist's experience heavily desired.
• Strong understanding of HIPPA regulations.
• License with the state not required.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients to assess eyewear needs.
• Suggest frames and assist with choices.
• Take facial measurements for frame fitting.
• Prepare specific orders for ophthalmic lab.
• Explain pricing and insurance options.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Vision insurance
• 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 heavily desired
• License with the state not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of HIPPA
• Strong customer service skills
• Must be able to speak English and Spanish fluently.