Optician

Primary Responsibilities

• Fits, measures pupillary distance's, bifocal segment heights and progressive lenses
• Order and dispense eyeglasses and promote sales
• Ability to write up, fax, use internet and phone to order contacts, eyeglass frames and lenses
• Understand and bill pre-paid HMO's
• Verify job orders in from labs and manufactures
• Notify patients that glasses or contact lenses are ready for dispensing
• File dispensed orders as soon as possible when needed
• Travel as necessary, when needed to different facilities

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid California driver's license including proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability under the company's insurance carrier standards

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in the optical field performing the essential duties and responsibilities described herein
• Graduation from accredited ophthalmic dispensing program

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Working knowledge of computer applications specific to department operations
• Skill and ability to maintain professional behavior and high degree of accuracy, a positive patient/optician relationship
• Promotes quality assurance by accurate performance of job and verification of accuracy of goods
• Maintains an open positive relationship with co-workers as well as management, and have respect for all
• Ability to successfully uphold the established customer service standards and Company Mission Statement
• Knowledge and ability to use office and optical equipment such as lensometer, keratometer, auto-refractor, radiuscope, Slit lamp, U.V. meter, tint machine, hinge repairs, phone, computer, fax machine, and adding machine
• Ability to teach and train, order and dispense hard, soft, gas permeable and disposable contact lenses as appropriate

Pay and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

The hourly pay for this role will range from $20 - $36 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.