Optician Job Description:
Starting Pay: $14/hr.
An optician interprets eyeglass prescriptions written by an optometrist or ophthalmologist. They assist in selecting frames based on each customer’s prescription and lifestyle and measure the customer’s face and eyes to ensure proper fit of eyewear. Skills acquired would enable the optician to ensure that finished lenses were ground to specifications and check that the eyewear fits properly. This is a challenging and rewarding job that requires strong people skills and excellent time management ability. Attention to detail and follow-through to completion of service is very important to maintain customer loyalty and satisfaction. Opticians perform a variety of tasks. A degree of creativity and latitude is required. We are considered to be a high end, boutique style optical gallery and knowledge/awareness of fashion and trends is a plus.
The applicant must be very professional in appearance as our office is a conservative, upscale medical environment.
Office hours are 8:00 to 5:30 Monday through Friday.
We offer a very friendly, family-oriented environment. We invest in our staff and recognize the importance of creating a healthy, fun work environment. Due to our great office culture, we don’t have turn over often and are looking to add another long-term team member who handles challenges with a bright, creative energy.
Benefits* include:
· 40 hours PTO (personal time off) per year accrued monthly
· 80 hours paid vacation after 1 year’s employment
· Eye exam/eyewear benefits
· Career wear reimbursement of $400 per year
· Group health plan or health insurance reimbursement up to $200 per month
· Bonus system based on profitability
· 401k retirement plan after 1 year of employment.
*Benefits are not applicable during the 90-day probationary period or until you are a hired-on employee*