Job Description
Job DescriptionCome Join Our Team at Vision Source Eye Center of the Triad (VSECOT)!
We are seeking an enthusiastic Optician / Optical Sales team member to help us deliver exceptional care to our patients at our Greensboro and Oak Ridge offices. This is a full-time position that involves traveling between both locations.
At VSECOT, you’ll have the opportunity to grow both professionally and personally in a supportive environment. Prior experience IS preferred but we are willing to train the right candidate — must have a passion for patient care and a desire to learn.
What We Offer:
- A chance to work in a collaborative, patient-focused practice
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Comprehensive training for the right candidate
- Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
- Work/life balance-No weekends!
We strive to practice under our core beliefs of:
- Differentiate or Risk Irrelevance
We continually seek ways to stand out and excel, setting ourselves apart through innovation and superior care. - Do the Right Thing
We uphold the highest standards of character, honesty, and ethics in everything we do. - Help First
We prioritize assisting our patients and supporting each other, fostering a culture of kindness and service. - Teamwork
We believe in collaboration over individualism — success is a shared achievement. - Attention to Excellence
Details matter. The patient experience matters. Our processes matter. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our work.
Job ResponsibilitiesOptician / Optical Sales job responsibilities include:
- Provides patient education regarding lens materials, products and designs
- Performs prescription analysis such as interpreting and transposing.
- Provides recommendations to patients regarding proper eyeglass frame selection.
- Performs eyeglass frame adjustments and repairs.
- Performs accurate customized measurements of lens power, pupillary distance, multifocal segment height, lens base curve, vertex distance, and prism power.
- Orders custom lens products from optical laboratories, monitors process, post charges and bill insurance when needed.
- Verifies lens prescriptions of ordered lenses and check for accuracy.
- Assists in the return of authorized merchandise to manufacturers.
- Organizes and maintain frame display area throughout the workday.
- Maintains inventory of office supplies and other materials necessary to properly run the department.
- Assisting the Optical Manager.
Required Skills & QualificationsOptician / Optical Sales skills & qualifications include:
- Prior customer service or sales experience
- Fashion savvy and enjoy helping people in a customer setting
- Works well in a team environment
- Self Starter/Takes initiative
- Must be willing to work and travel to both offices