Optician (Bilingual)

American Vision Partners; Deming (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Significant eye care discounts

Child care assistance

Pet insurance

Continuing education funds

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Sick Time

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

American Vision Partners is seeking an Optician dedicated to providing exceptional customer service in Deming, New Mexico. Responsibilities include assisting patients with eyewear selection and prescriptions, conducting quality inspections, and maintaining equipment. Applicants should be detail-oriented, bilingual in Spanish, and possess strong communication skills. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor's degree as a plus, and optical experience. Competitive benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in optical preferred but willing to train if eager to learn.
• ABO and NCLE certifications are a plus, required within 6 months of hire.
• Licensed Dispensing Optician (LDO) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in selecting and ordering eyewear.
• Interpret prescriptions and consult with physicians as needed.
• Perform quality inspections on lenses and frames.
• Maintain equipment and inventory of supplies.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong computer skills, including Word and Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

As an Optician, customer service is priority one! You’ll assist patients with selecting and ordering eyewear, adjustments and fittings, and educating on proper eyeglass and contact lens care. Your initiative and organizational skills will keep us running at top performance, while your enthusiasm and knowledge will provide an exceptional patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Interprets prescription and helps patients choose appropriate eyewear, consulting with prescribing physicians as appropriate
• Takes optical measurements necessary for eyewear preparation
• Orders eyewear from laboratory based on prescription and patient preference
• Performs quality inspection of lenses and frames
• Adjusts eyewear to patient using appropriate tools and instruct on cleaning and handling
• Makes any necessary repairs using appropriate parts and tools
• Maintains equipment and inventory of supplies

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous optical experience preferred; willing to train if eager to learn
• ABO and NCLE is a plus, will be required within 6 months of hire
• Licensed Dispensing Optician (LDO) is a plus
• Detailed oriented, reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills, including Word and Excel
• Flexible schedule working Monday through Friday

Benefits & Perks

Your health, happiness and your future matters! At AVP, we offer everything from medical and dental insurance, significant eye care discounts, child care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!