Optical Sales Dispenser

Essential Responsibilities

• Assists patient with selection of eyewear, making such facial measurements and adjustments as are necessary to properly fit glasses to the patient.
• Interviews patient to determine visual needs.
• Interprets refractionists prescription.
• Instructs and counsels patient on proper methods of eyeglass care.
• Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs.
• Verifies Optical Benefit coverage.
• Dispenses and adjusts optical product.
• Inspects final product for accuracy in accordance with prescription requirements, original order and ANSI Z80 standards.
• Reconciles patients concerns to their satisfaction.
• Performs all other dispensing functions consistent with the accepted professional practice as authorized by the California Board of Medical Examiners and organizational policies and practices.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and work area.
• Performs necessary shop work as required, including but not limited to cutting, edging, dyeing, and mounting of lenses.
• Repairs frames as required.
• Completes all required forms.

Qualifications

• Grade 25
• 4 years as an Optical Dispenser (Optician).
• Excellent, demonstrated customer service skills.
• Computer knowledge and ability to enter prescriptions into computerized system and place retail eyeglass orders.
• Contact lens fitting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 50 mile travel and 25 wpm required.

Benefits

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Schedule

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Pay

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