Optician: Expert Eyewear Fitting & Patient Service

AEG Vision; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eyewear company in Chicago is seeking an Optician to provide exceptional service to patients by ensuring they have the right eyewear. This full-time role includes responsibilities ranging from client interaction and client education to frame fitting and lens dispensing. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and ideally have one year of experience as an Optician. Strong customer service and organizational skills are essential for success in this role. Additional training on equipment and technologies used in the field will be provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as an Optician is highly preferred.
• Experience with HIPAA requirements is preferred.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Delivers extraordinary experience to each patient.
• Develops own clientele through outstanding service.
• Educates patients on proper eyeglass and contact lens care.
• Dispenses glasses by inspecting the product and adjusting for fit.

Skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong verbal communication

Sales experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Pupilometers

Lensometers

Pliers

Wrenches

Frame warmers

Job description

A leading eyewear company in Chicago is seeking an Optician to provide exceptional service to patients by ensuring they have the right eyewear. This full-time role includes responsibilities ranging from client interaction and client education to frame fitting and lens dispensing. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and ideally have one year of experience as an Optician. Strong customer service and organizational skills are essential for success in this role. Additional training on equipment and technologies used in the field will be provided.