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Experienced Optician Needed!
Our private optometric practice located in Chicago is looking for a friendly, energetic optician looking for long term growth to join our team. Experience with Revolution EHR software is preferred. Evenings and Saturday availability is a necessity. Our optician will be responsible for the selling, fitting, and dispensing glasses and will initially be expected to answer phones, patient scheduling, insurance verification, 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 grow our company.
Candidate requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
At least 3 years of experience in the optical field
Familiarity working with plans such as Davis, EyeMed, Spectera, Superior and VSP
Great interpersonal and customer service skills
The availability to work full time including Saturdays
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 (will train)
Answer phones to schedule patients and answer general questions
Verify insurances and interpret benefits
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.
