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American Vision Partners
Optician
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What they do
An Optician fits eyeglasses and contact lenses according to prescriptions written by optometrists and ophthalmologists. Helps customers choose eyeglass frames and contact lenses, and repairs or refits broken frames. Works in the office of an optometrist or physician, or in a store that sells eyeglasses.
$45,229 / year median in Arizona
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Company Intro 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, Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction, Wellish Vision Institute, West Texas Eye Associates and Vantage Eye Center. We are focused on building the nation's largest and most comprehensive eye care practices and currently operate more than 100 eye care centers in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California and Texas - including 25 ambulatory surgical centers.
At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best-in-class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees! Overview As an Optician customer service is priority one! You'll 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. We are open to hiring an Optician OR an LDO for this location. 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; Bachelor's degree preferred Bilingual Spanish is a plus Previous optical experience preferred
At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best-in-class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees! Overview As an Optician customer service is priority one! You'll 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. We are open to hiring an Optician OR an LDO for this location. 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; Bachelor's degree preferred Bilingual Spanish is a plus Previous optical experience preferred