We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join us as an Apprentice Optician in our thriving Optical facilities in Lawrence and Andover, MA. This individual will be working with and being mentored by our Optician and Regional Administrator.
Essential duties to include -
- Assist each customer in frame and lens selection providing accurate product information
- Provide customers covered by third party insurance with accurate information regarding benefits to ensure proper selection of frames and lenses
- Sell, fit and dispense frames and other accessories through the use of accurate measurements, verification of ordered products and adjustments of various optical products
- Responsible for the accuracy of patient pricing
- Analyze and interpret patients’ prescriptions
- Communicate clearly with lab and Optometrist to ensure accuracy of prescription
- Adhere to privacy and confidential and proprietary company policies and procedures (i.e. HIPAA)
- Maintain license requirements
- Participate in any/all training and educational activities necessary to fulfill at least the minimum requirements as specified within your departmental goals. This is in addition to, the completion of any activities necessary for the maintenance of professional affiliations or organizational requirements
- Diligently maintain the cleanliness of dispensing area, all equipment, workstations and the overall facility on a daily basis
- As required by changing business needs, complete additional responsibilities as assigned
Education, Experience & Background -
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Must meet current state requirements to practice - have optician's permit or obtain within thirty (30) days from the date of hire
- Bilingual Spanish/English
- Familiarity with Office Software
- 1 year related optical experience preferred