What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optician position at Chevy Chase Eye Design?
```Duties:```
- Assist customers in selecting and fitting eyeglasses and contact lenses based on their prescription and personal preferences
- Take accurate measurements of customers' eyes and facial features to ensure proper fit of eyewear
- Educate customers on lens options, coatings, and treatments to meet their visual needs
- Adjust and repair eyewear as needed to ensure optimal comfort and functionality
- Maintain inventory of eyeglass frames, contact lenses, and other optical supplies
- Keep accurate records of customer prescriptions, orders, and payments
```Qualifications:```
- Must be a certified optician.
- Previous experience as an optician is a must.
-Have worked with luxury eyewear brands is a plus
- Knowledge of ophthalmology, optical products, and vision care industry standards
- Familiarity with sales techniques and ability to effectively communicate with customers
- Experience working with pediatric patients is a plus
- Proficiency in using electronic health record systems (Epic) and managing medical records
- Understanding of aseptic technique for handling optical instruments and equipment
- Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures related to optical measurements
- Strong understanding of ocular anatomy and physiology
- Ability to perform retail math calculations for pricing and discounts
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for qualified candidates. If you are a skilled optician looking for a rewarding opportunity to help individuals improve their vision, we encourage you to apply.
Optical experience is a must!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $27