Optician/Optical Sales Associate

Pearle Vision; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in optical retail is seeking motivated individuals to join their dynamic team. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to enhance patient experiences by recommending the best lenses and frames tailored to individual needs. In a fast-paced environment, you will not only provide exceptional service but also contribute to fostering long-lasting relationships with patients. If you have a passion for helping others and are eager to grow within a supportive team, this position is perfect for you. Join a company that values inclusivity and teamwork while making a positive impact on patients' lives.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Healthcare (Medical, dental, vision)

401K benefits

Free vision exam and glasses annually

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in an optical retail environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and sell lenses, frames, and contact lens packages.
• Ensure excellent patient experience and timely service.
• Foster patient retention and acquisition.

Skills

Enthusiastic communication

Adaptability

Creative problem-solving

Attention to detail

Willingness to take risks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Culture:

A fast-paced and incredibly rewarding environment that thrives off of fostering professional and sociable business relationships with other associates, patients, and doctors. Our inclusive, tight-knit team is heavily motivated by one united objective: to care for our patient’s eyes.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Healthcare (Medical, dental, vision).
• 401K benefits provided.
• Free vision exam and glasses on an annual basis (ask for further details).

Responsibilities:

• Ability to recommend and sell lenses, frames, and contact lens packages through use of sales skills that are tailored to suit patient needs.
• Ensure an excellent and enjoyable patient experience by assisting with frame selection and fulfilling promises about the timeliness of the service carried out.
• Foster patient retention and acquisition.
• Other duties as assigned by the store manager.

Skills:

• Eager to provide enthusiastic and concise communication to meet/exceed patient expectations.
• Can manage priorities through adaptability and flexibility.
• Ability to present and implement creative solutions to grow the business.
• Has attention to detail and follow-up.
• Possesses the willingness to take calculated risks.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Comparable experience typically achieved with a minimum of 1-2 years in an optical retail environment with proven results.