Optometric Technician

Target Optical; Magnolia (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Target Optical in Magnolia, TX is seeking a Part-Time Optometric Technician to deliver exceptional patient service and assist the optometrist. Responsibilities include greeting guests, explaining paperwork and tests, processing orders, and maintaining accurate patient records.

Candidates should have at least one year of guest service experience, a High School diploma or GED, strong communication and math skills, and familiarity with point-of-sale systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year strong guest service skills.
• High School Graduate / GED or equivalent experience.
• Strong communicator and listener to guests and associates.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills (friendly, caring, patient).
• Sales skills and knowledge of store merchandise.
• Familiarity with cash register, computers and calculators.

Responsibilities

• Greets guests and provides timely service.
• Explains procedures, paperwork, tests and products to guests.
• Maintains organized patient records and processes orders.
• Operates the POS system and handles payments as required.
• Keeps displays neat and assists management with safety.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Sales skills

Merchandise knowledge

Cash register familiarity

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

POS system

Job description

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

At Target Optical, we love the neighborhoods we belong to and that’s why we care for them. By listening and building relationships with one another, we help our guests get quality eye care products and services at a great value. We help people see more clearly and confidently for less by offering a great selection of trusted brands. Through the relationships we build, we’re proud and excited to help people look their best by carrying fashionable frames at a great value.

Requisition ID: 950840

Store #: 004681 Target Optical

Position: Part-Time

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Optometric Technician at Target Optical creates exceptional value in the lives of patients by delivering exceptional patient service and ensuring all patients receive the highest quality of care. Enthusiastically satisfies patients all the time through exceptional service.

• Greets guests without delay when they enter the Shows urgency in providing service to guests and satisfying their needs.
• Determines the reason for the guest's visit; in store explains how to shop at Target Optical; in Doctor's office explains all required paperwork, tests, products and services as well as the appropriate time frame.
• Is attentive to details; reviews prescriptions and/or patient information carefully; identifies special needs, consulting with Opticians, Doctor or Retail Management when necessary.
• Shows patience and courtesy to indecisive or difficult guests and patients.
• Performs work accurately and thoroughly despite time pressure and guest volume. Identifies situations involving unsatisfied guests and acts quickly for resolution.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appointment book/scheduling procedures and computer operation/procedures.
• Handles and files all patient records in an organized and efficient manner.
• Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment.
• Accurately operates the POS system, when required, collecting proper payment following
• Takes pride in the appearance of the store and shows initiative in keeping the displays clean, attractive and organized.
• Informs management of potential safety opportunities.
• Demonstrates safe work practices.
• Complies with all safety/regulatory requirements ensuring supplies/chemicals are stored and used appropriately.
• Performs all pre-examination testing with accuracy and attention to detail; takes the initiative to explain all measurements and answers any questions the patient may have.
• Utilizes clinical and product knowledge, provides coaching and guidance to patients on the care and handling of contact lenses.
• Maintains and disinfects contact lens inventory; provides clinical support to the Optometrist as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of one-year strong guest service skills (internal/external)
• High School Graduate /GED or equivalent experience
• Strong communicator and listener to guests and associates.
• Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Strong interpersonal skills (friendly, caring, patient)
• Sales skills
• Knowledge of store merchandise
• Familiarity with cash register, computers and calculators

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in guest service, retail or optical

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

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