Optician - Part Time
Optician - Part Time
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Job Description
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis Missouri over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information visit.
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology a partner of EyeCare Partners is looking for an Optician to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and computer skills and extend superior client service by creating a positive first impression and showing patients that we provide unsurpassed care right from the start.
Location: Grand Rapids MI
This is a part-time position (less than 30hrs) - We are looking for open availability between office hours 8-5 M-F and Sat 8-1pm.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for assisting in the care treatment and education of optometry patients.
- Interpret prescription and help patients choose appropriate eyewear consulting with prescribing physicians as appropriate.
- Take optical measurements necessary for eyewear preparation.
- Ensure all products pertinent to the patients comfort fashion and lifestyle needs are being presented.
- Verify product availability and identify the time needed for processing to provide on-time delivery.
- Order eyewear from the laboratory based on prescription and patient preference.
- Verify all eyewear for accuracy of RX requirements prior to delivery
- Adjust and dispense eyewear explaining to patient the proper usage and cleaning instruction of their glasses.
- Answer patient questions during visits and via phone providing advice and resolving problems in consultation with optometrists and ophthalmologists.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of high school diploma
- American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Certification preferred but not required
SKILLS:
- 1-3 years minimum of optical experience preferred.
- Be helpful and courteous and display strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must be a well-organized team-player with great attention to detail.
- Strong multi-tasking planning organization and execution skills.
- Motivated and dependable with a patient-friendly personality.
- Demonstrates superior computer skills.
WE OFFER:
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including medical dental vision life & disability 401(k) with company contribution paid holidays and paid time off.
- Career experiences that provide team members with opportunities for personal and professional growth in a rewarding work environment.
- Opportunities that spark your imagination and ignite your passion to help others.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%) sitting (50%) and standing (50%) with regular bending stooping and reaching (2550%). Employees must be able to lift carry push and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential as the role demands constant grasping writing/typing and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuityincluding color depth peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focusis required100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.
If you need assistance with this application please contact . Please do not contact the office directly only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin and veteran or disability status.
Employment Type
Part-Time
