Experienced optician - full time

Full Time Experienced Optician Needed

About the Practice:

Eyes on Lemont is a new private practice in Lemont, IL that provides comprehensive, personalized eye care utilizing state of the art technology and premium eye wear so our patients can look and see their best. We commit to excellent communication and customer service from start to finish and strive to create a warm and welcoming space where patients and staff look forward to coming.

About the Position:

Our Optician will be responsible for selling, fitting, and dispensing glasses and will initially be expected to answer phones, schedule patients, verify insurance, and other tasks that arise on a day-to-day basis while providing a great interpersonal experience for our patients. We are looking for a candidate that has experience in the field, exceptional communication skills, is flexible as the office grows, has the ability to multitask, and most of all the passion to be instrumental in helping to lay the foundation for our growing company.

Candidate requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 2-3 years of experience in the optical field
• Familiarity working with many vision plans including Eyemed, Spectera, and Davis Vision, VSP, etc.
• Great interpersonal and customer service skills
• The availability to work full time including Saturdays and some evenings
• The passion to assist in other tasks that aid in office efficiency and growth of the practice

Job Responsibilities:

• Ability to sell premium quality glasses and contact lenses
• Skilled in fitting, adjustment, and dispensing glasses
• To be familiar with our optical inventory and products to provide the most appropriate selections for the patient
• Edge lenses with in-house optical equipment (training provided as needed)
• Answer phones to schedule patients and answer general questions
• Verify insurances and interpret benefits from a large variety of medical and vision plans
• Have the willingness and flexibility to learn and adapt in a variety of situations
• Must have the desire and investment in the practice to help with promotion and growth

Compensation depends on experience and skill level. References are required. If you feel you are a great fit for this position, we look forward to hearing from you! Please forward your resume to us at: [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person