Optician 2, Part Time (Bakersfield Eye Care)

Job Description

Job Description

Compensation range for the role is listed above. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible incentive, bonuses and/or commission dependent on the role. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here.

 

General Summary

 

The primary function of this role is to assist patients with finding frames, adjustments, troubleshooting, and dispensing eyewear while providing the highest levels of quality and care.

 

Essential Functions

 

Attract and retain customers by delivering exceptional customer service, fostering customer retention, and promoting outstanding patient satisfaction

 

Greet and assist customers in the selection of frames 

 

Assist patients with adjustments, troubleshooting, and dispensing eyewear

 

Ensure correct pricing and realistic delivery time quotes to patients; contact patients to dispense glasses

 

Ability to provide enthusiastic and concise communication to meet and exceed patient expectations as well as foster positive relationships with team members

 

Clean and merchandise displays daily; always display effective merchandise

 

Assist with insurance billing and processing orders

 

Document all patient communication in patient record within practice software system

 

Work on special projects, cross-train in different departments, and perform other related duties as assigned or requested

 

Job Specifications

 

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

 

One to two years of experience in related field

 

Working knowledge of MS Office package

 

Demonstrated ability to successfully perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

 

Effective verbal communication skills to prioritize multiple tasks and to be available for incoming calls and inquiries

 

Effective written communication skills to clearly document customer situations, as well as prepare letters to confirm agreements made

 

Excellent interpersonal and rapport-building skills

 

Ability to ask appropriate and relevant questions to identify customer needs

 

Proven problem-solving, negotiating, and decision-making skills

 

Ability to use appropriate discretion and judgment in applying customer/call handling guidelines

 

Ability to listen, process transactions and interact with customers simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

 

Working Conditions

The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust etc.

 

The above information on this description had been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job grade.

 

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VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

VSP is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. To help us ensure we meet our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please consider responding to the following optional questions regarding race and gender. We are asking you to provide this information on a voluntary basis. All responses will be kept confidential and will in no way impact the consideration of your application. Applicants who live in the following jurisdictions should not respond to the race or gender self-identification request, so please select “Prefer not to say, I Don’t Wish to Answer, I decline to self-identify, or I decline to identify my race and ethnicity” for the questions:

 

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