Optician

Established in 1941, the Eger Eye Group with 2 offices located in Coraopolis and Moon Township is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate individual who can thrive in a patient centered environment. At the Eger Eye Group, we provide the most state-of-the-art care and ophthalmic materials in a warm and caring atmosphere. Our team is amazing and a family-like culture is evident to most.

Our detail-oriented opticians and doctor work together with the patient and customize refractive options with the dispensing of exceptional eye wear. In this Optician role, you will be part of an elite group of close-knit and friendly professionals who encourage one another and celebrate each others’ successes — all within a relaxed and fun atmosphere.

Apply today for this outstanding Optician job opening to join a reputable company where you can pursue a fun career! Some experience is necessary and with the right personality and work ethic, we would consider a full or part-time role.

Details of Salary, PTO, Health Insurance, Vision Coverage and Retirement Plan will discussed with viable candidates.

Optician job responsibilities include:

• Greet patients with a smile and peaceful presence
• Communicate with the optometrist and patient and create a customized dispensing experience from selection thru dispensing and beyond
• Educate and assist patients with frame selection and lens options
• Understand vision plan benefits and educate patients on coverage and discounts
• Measure and complete full ordering process for patients
• Coordinate job orders with labs, frame vendors and vision plans
• Dispense, adjust, repair eye wear
• Manage and display inventory by meeting with and developing relationships with all frame and product vendor
• Perform all duties within HIPAA regulations

Optician required skills & qualifications include:

• Maintain the reputation of our third generation practice by providing an exceptional and unrivaled experience for our patients
• Must be able to maintain a professional attitude and work ethic
• Skilled communicator – written and verbal and interpersonal skills to effectively communicated the benefits of all optical products
• Educator that helps patients understand all of their options by making the technical aspects simplified
• Able to multitask, manage time wisely; strong organization and meticulously detail-oriented
• Must be able to accurately measure and record all patient information and troubleshoot when necessary
• Detailed attention to prescriptions, PDs, and checking the accuracy of eyewear received from the lab, etc.
• Thoroughly and accurately answers patients' questions regarding insurance, warranty, products, materials, services, pricing, upgrades, promotions, etc.
• Team-player with a positive attitude
• Excellent phone skills with courteous and friendly tone
• Enjoys smiling and engaging with patients and co-workers
• Willing to constantly learn the industry and improve at helping patients and fellow team members
• Empathetic personality with concern for patients’ needs
• Demonstrates computer literacy

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All customers and employees are required to wear a mask, high contact surfaces are consistently sanitized.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Coraopolis, PA 15108: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location