Optician

Company: Rummel Eye Care, P. C.
Location: Prescott
Posted on: July 29, 2022

Job Description:

Dispensing OpticianPay based on experience and licensureI. Position Description - Dispensing Opticians assist patients in retail optical purchases (glasses and/or contact lenses), adjustments and repairs.II. Minimal Qualifications - High School Diploma - Must be 18 years of age or older - Must be able to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds - A.B.O. certification, NCLEX and/or Arizona State Board of Dispensing Opticians License preferredIII. Accountability - Reports to the Optical ManagerIV. Job Responsibilities - Responsible for effective telephone communications between the community and Rummel Optical - Responsible for record keeping, accounting, sales, work order placement, and customer service - Responsible for examining written prescriptions to determine the specifications of a lens - Responsible for recommending eyeglass frames, lenses, and lens coatings after considering the prescription and the customer's occupation, habits, and facial features - Responsible for measuring the patient's eyes, including the distance between the centers of the pupils and the distance between the ocular surface and the lens - Prepares orders, paperwork, etc. in such a fashion that results in accurate orders, no remakes and satisfied patients - Offers patients information on lenses, coatings, sunglasses, multiple pair discounts, etc. - Calls patients to pick up eyewear/replacement contact lenses - Reviews warranties, return policies, etc. with patients - Responsible for verifying that the lenses have been ground to specifications - Responsible for reshaping or bending the frame, by hand or using pliers, so that the eyeglasses fit the customer properly and comfortably and to the patient's satisfaction - Responsible for fixing, adjusting and refitting broken or ill-fitting frames - Responsible for instructing patients about adapting to, wearing, or caring for eyeglasses - Dispenses eyewear/replacement contact lenses to patients - Orders and stocks supplies as needed, according to Rummel Optical's guidelines and as approved by the optical manager - Responsible for instruction patients about adapting to, wearing, or caring for contact lenses - Responsible for cleaning eyewear and eyewear displays on a regular basis - Responsible for posting charges to a patient's ledger and accepting payment - Assists in other assignments as requested by supervisor - Attends in-services and staff meetings - Stays current of optical plans being offered in the area - Makes sure the optical department is opened on time and closed after all patients are seen - Posts sales daily and in a complete manner - all monies to be balanced daily - Conforms to all company policies and procedures including punctuality, attendance, and dress codes - Takes pride and ownership in success and image of Rummel Optical - Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals - Understands and supports Rummel Optical objectives and goals - Responsible for cleaning duties on specified days, which vary per officeV. Minimum Background Requirements - Position requires patient, physician, and vendor contact; therefore, the individual must exhibit pleasant manners, be professional in conduct, have the ability to listen and represent Rummel Optical standards of high efficiency and decorum - Position requires accuracy; thoroughness, willingness and systems of communication needed to assist coworkers and physiciansVI. Minimum Demonstrated Skills - Accuracy, thoroughness and willingness to assist co-workers - Demonstrated excellence in management, leadership, and organizational skills - Demonstrated excellence in communication skills - Demonstrated ability to effectively convey ideas and information - Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others - Must be a creative idea-generating individual with excellent follow-through abilities - Desire to further knowledge by attending continuing education seminars and optical conventions. - Willingness and desire to learn by instruction from the optical manager, coworkers and physiciansVII. Physical Demands - Must be able to sit or stand all day - Must have manual dexterityVIII. Interpersonal Relationships - Works as a team member of Rummel Optical - Considers orderliness of work areas and the treatment of equipment and supplies - Is friendly, cheerful, neat, trustworthy, and professional - Knows existing lines of communication and authorityJob Type: Full-timePay: $15.00 $20.00 per hourBenefits:* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time offSchedule:* 8 hour shiftEducation:* High school or equivalent (Preferred)Experience:* Optical Sales: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:* Arizona State Board of Dispensing Opticians License (Preferred)Work Location: One location

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