Optician - Lemont, Illinois

Eyetastic Services; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentivization program with bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

Eyetastic Services in Lemont, IL seeks an experienced Optician to join a growing private practice that prioritizes personalized eye care and premium eyewear.

The role focuses on selling premium glasses and contact lenses, fitting and dispensing eyewear, and managing patient scheduling with strong customer service. Training on in-house edging equipment is provided. This is a full-time position with Saturdays and some evenings expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the optical industry.
• Familiarity with vision plans Eyemed, Spectera, Davis Vision, and VSP.
• Availability to work full-time, including Saturdays and some evenings.
• Consistently excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Selling premium quality glasses and contact lenses.
• Fitting, adjusting, and dispensing eyewear.
• Familiarizing with optical inventory to select appropriate products for patients.
• Operating in-house optical equipment for edging lenses (training provided).
• Managing phone inquiries, patient scheduling, and general questions.
• Verifying insurance and interpreting benefits from various vision and medical plans.
• Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to meet practice needs.
• Contributing to practice promotion and growth.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Extroverted

Job description

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Optician to join a growing private practice in Lemont, IL. This new practice prioritizes comprehensive, personalized eye care, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and premium eyewear. With a mission to create a warm and welcoming environment, the practice aims to ensure that both patients and staff look forward to their visits.

Compensation

• Competitive hourly wage: $19 to $24
• Incentivization program with performance bonuses
• Paid time off

The ideal candidate will be a motivated professional eager to grow with the practice and possess a passion for helping patients achieve their optimal vision and style. A flair for eyeglass frames and a commitment to excellent customer service are essential. Strong communication skills and an extroverted personality are highly desirable, as building long-lasting relationships with patients is a key aspect of this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Selling premium quality glasses and contact lenses.
• Fitting, adjusting, and dispensing eyewear.
• Familiarizing with optical inventory to make appropriate product selections for patients.
• Operating in-house optical equipment for edging lenses (training provided as necessary).
• Managing phone inquiries, patient scheduling, and general questions.
• Verifying insurance and interpreting benefits from a variety of vision and medical plans.
• Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the practice.
• Showing enthusiasm for contributing to practice promotion and growth.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the optical industry.
• Familiarity with various vision plans, including Eyemed, Spectera, Davis Vision, and VSP.
• Availability to work full-time, including Saturdays and some evenings.
• Consistently excellent attendance record and always punctual to work.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• A willingness to assist in various tasks that promote office efficiency and the growth of the practice.