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Experienced Optician

No Evenings | No Weekends | Early Close on Fridays

We are seeking an experienced and professional Optician to join our team. This role combines optical sales, insurance verification, front desk coordination, and patient support within a fast-paced optometric practice. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

This position offers an excellent work-life balance with no evening or weekend hours and an early closing time on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

• Answer phones and schedule patient appointments

• Verify and qualify vision and medical insurance benefits

• Check in patients and manage front desk flow

• Assist patients in selecting and fitting eyewear based on prescription and lifestyle needs

• Accurately measure patients’ eyes and facial features to ensure proper frame and lens fit

• Educate patients on lens options, coatings, and frame styles

• Adjust and repair eyewear to ensure comfort and satisfaction

• Maintain accurate records of prescriptions, orders, and payments

• Submit and follow up on vision insurance claims

• Access and explain patients’ vision plan benefits clearly and confidently

• Collaborate with optometrists to support comprehensive patient care

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an optician or in a similar optical role is required

• Strong knowledge of lenses, frames, and contact lenses

• Experience with vision insurance verification, claims submission, and billing systems

• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build rapport and trust

• Proficiency with lens cutting and edging equipment

• Retail sales experience preferred

• Working knowledge of medical terminology related to eye care

• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and sterile work environment

• Experience working with senior patients is a plus

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not represent a complete list of all responsibilities or qualifications.

We are looking for a motivated professional who values teamwork, accuracy, and outstanding patient service.