Optician
Core
Dispense and fit glasses and contact lenses based on prescriptions from ophthalmologists and optometrists while managing retail sales and patient experience.
Role type
Optician
Builds
Dispensed eyewear and contact lens orders
Domain
Healthcare / Optical retail
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Frame selection and fitting, Lensometer operation, Patient measurements (PD, vertex distance, etc.), Frame repair and adjustment, Insurance form interpretation, HIPAA compliance
Preferred skills
ABO/ABOC and NCLE certifications
Technologies
E360, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Responsibilities
Assist patients in selecting frames and lenses, Operate auto-lensometer and manual lensometer, Accurately collect eye measurements, Dispense orders and repair/adjust frames, Maintain frame inventory and standards, Perform general office duties
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC