Eyewear Sales Associate - Olathe, United States - avpjobs

Description

**Eyewear Sales Associate (Optician) - Cottonwood - Entry Level *Sign On Bonus***

**Optical**

At **American Vision Partners (AVP),** we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best-in-class management systems, operational infrastructure, and advanced technology to provide the highest quality patient care possible. Our practices include Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Southwestern Eye Center, Retinal Consultants of Arizona, M&M Eye Institute, Abrams Eye Institute, Southwest Eye Institute, Aiello Eye Institute, and Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction. We are focused on building the nations largest and most comprehensive eye care practices and currently operate more than 100 eye care centers in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas including 25 ambulatory surgical centers.

**Optician**

**Southwestern Eye Center - Cottonwood Clinic**

As an **Optician**, customer service is priority one Youll assist patients with selecting and ordering eyewear, adjustments and fittings, and educating on proper eyeglass and contact lens care. Your initiative and organizational skills will keep us running at top performance, while your enthusiasm and knowledge will provide an exceptional patient experience.

**Responsibilities:**

Interprets prescription and helps patients choose appropriate eyewear, consulting with prescribing physicians as appropriate

Takes optical measurements necessary for eyewear preparation

Orders eyewear from laboratory based on prescription and patient preference

Performs quality inspection of lenses and frames

Adjusts eyewear to patient using appropriate tools and instruct on cleaning and handling

Makes any necessary repairs using appropriate parts and tools

Maintains equipment and inventory of supplies

**Qualifications:**

High school diploma or GED required; Bachelors degree preferred

Previous optical experience required

ABO and NCLE required, state licensed preferred or will be required within 6 months of hire

Licensed Dispensing Optician (LDO) is a plus

Detailed oriented, reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong computer skills, including Word and Excel

Flexible schedule working Monday through Friday

**Benefits & Perks:**

Your health, happiness and your future matters At AVP, we offer everything from medical and dental to significant eye care discounts, continuing education, 401(k), 9 paid holidays plus PTO, flexible work hours and much more

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.