Optician-Empire Optometry

US VisionMed Partners; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Valid8 Financial, Inc. in Santa Rosa, California is seeking an Optician to provide exceptional service in eyewear selection and prescription fulfillment. The ideal candidate will assist patients with frame selection, take measurements for fittings, educate on eyewear care, and maintain an organized optical environment. This position offers benefits including 401(k), health insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail sales, especially in optical or healthcare settings.
• Understanding of anatomy and physiology related to the eye.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems like Epic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in selecting frames that fit their style and prescription.
• Take accurate measurements for fitting eyeglasses or contact lenses.
• Process orders for lenses and frames.
• Educate patients on proper eyewear care and usage.

Skills

Retail sales experience

Knowledge of medical coding

Understanding of eye anatomy

Retail math knowledge

Sales skills

Tools

Electronic health record systems (e.g., Epic)

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Optician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for eye care and providing exceptional service to our patients. This role involves assisting customers in selecting eyewear, ensuring accurate prescription fulfillment, and maintaining a welcoming and professional optical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in selecting frames that complement their style and prescription needs
• Take accurate measurements for fitting eyeglasses or contact lenses
• Educate patients on proper eyewear care and usage
• Adjust and repair eyewear as needed
• Process orders for lenses and frames
• Maintain inventory of eyewear and optical supplies
• Collaborate with optometrists to ensure accurate prescription interpretation

Qualifications

• Experience in retail sales, particularly in optical or healthcare settings
• Knowledge of medical coding for insurance billing purposes
• Understanding of anatomy and physiology related to the eye
• Familiarity with retail math for pricing and transactions
• Previous exposure to optical equipment and tools
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems like Epic (preferred)
• Exposure to clinic environments, especially in pediatrics (a plus)
• Strong sales skills to promote eyewear products effectively

Sensory, Motor Requirements

• Required to stand, walk and sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Extensive use of computers.
• Ability to hear and speak clearly.
• Free to move about offices, practice locations.
• Able to stand and sit for extended periods of time.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance