Optician Job at Sun State Eye Care in Sun City West

Job Summary: Assist patients with selecting frames Obtain measurements for glasses orders Adjust frames and lenses to fit correctly on patients faces Order frames, lenses and contacts from prescription laboratories Manage inventory of frames

Responsibilities: Assist patients in selection of best eyewear for their individual needs Recommend specific lenses, lens coatings, and frames to suit patient’s individual needs Measure patient’s pupillary distance, and optical centers of eyes Place orders for frames, lenses and contacts from prescription laboratories Heat, shape, or bend plastic or metal frames to adjust eyeglasses to fit clients, using pliers and hands Maintain records of frame inventory, invoices and patient orders Verify that finished lenses are ground to specifications Skills Friendly customer service and skilled ophthalmic sales Excellent attention to detail, particularly for interpreting prescriptions and checking lenses Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical information clearly to patients Familiarity with optical products The ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to meet deadlines Schedule Monday to Friday Experience 3+ years as dispensing optician ABO Certification (preferred) VSP Billing (preferred)