Optician: Frame & Lens Specialist | Great Benefits

Big City Optical; Park Ridge (IL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Plan Participation

Company subsidized Medical Insurance

Company subsidized Dental insurance

Company paid Short Term Disability

401(k) with 10% match

Paid time off

Employee discount plan

Job summary

Big City Optical is seeking an Optician to join our team in Park Ridge, IL, assisting patients with frame and lens selections to meet prescriptions and lifestyle needs. The optician will measure, fit, and adjust eyewear while coordinating with the optometrist and providing excellent service.

Our team values accurate lens fitting, patient education on options, and timely communication about orders and coverage. A willingness to travel to nearby locations is a plus and transportation is required.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience preferred, not required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse clientele.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational ability and time management.
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel up to 10 miles as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-examination assessments of patients.
• Assist patients in selecting frames and lenses to match prescriptions and lifestyle.
• Accurately measure and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses.
• Educate patients on lens options and benefits.
• Monitor orders and update patients on delays.
• Perform administrative tasks related to patient records and insurance billing.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organization & time mgmt

Team collaboration

Job description

Big City Optical is seeking an Optician to join our team in Park Ridge, IL, assisting patients with frame and lens selections to meet prescriptions and lifestyle needs. The optician will measure, fit, and adjust eyewear while coordinating with the optometrist and providing excellent service.

Our team values accurate lens fitting, patient education on options, and timely communication about orders and coverage. A willingness to travel to nearby locations is a plus and transportation is required.