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Optician/Contact Lens Fitter-Douglasville

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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.

$43,809 / year median in Georgia

+18% projected growth

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Job Summary This position is responsible for all dispensing and optical activities. This includes all technical procedures of fitting, necessary bench work and allied optical procedures. Included also will be any necessary clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs which may include acting as liaison between pertinent departments. Responsibilities Assists patient with selection of eyewear, making such facial measurements and adjustments as are necessary to properly fit glasses to the patient. Interviews patient to determine visual needs. Interprets Refractionist's prescription. Instructs and counsels patient on proper methods of eyeglass care. Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs. Verifies Optical Benefit coverage. Experience with billing vision benefit plans; VSP, Eyemed, Superior Vision, March Vision and Envolve. Dispenses and adjusts optical product. Inspects final product for accuracy in accordance with prescription requirements, original order. Reconciles patient's concerns to their satisfaction. Performs all other dispensing functions consistent with the accepted professional. Practice as authorized by the California Board of Medical Examiners and organizational policies and practices. Conducts daily inventory of frames and accessories as requires. Repairs frames as required. Completes all required forms. Dispensers may also repair; solder; check out prescriptions; edge; mount and complete eyeglasses for final delivery to patients. Maintain written and verbal communication with lab as required. Will perform customer service and floor coordinating duties. Performs other related duties as needed Qualifications Some experience & knowledge working as a Dispensing Optician Available and willing to travel to various clinic locations Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
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http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2603021718 Assists patient with selection of eyewear, making such facial measurements and adjustments as are necessary to properly fit glasses to the patient. Interviews patient to determine visual needs. Interprets Refractionist's prescription. Instructs and counsels patient on proper methods of eyeglass care. Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs. Verifies Optical Benefit coverage. Experience with billing vision benefit plans; VSP, Eyemed, Superior Vision, March Vision and Envolve. Dispenses and adjusts optical product. Inspects final product for accuracy in accordance with prescription requirements, original order. Reconciles patient's concerns to their satisfaction. Performs all other dispensing functions consistent with the accepted professional. Practice as authorized by the California Board of Medical Examiners and organizational policies and practices. Conducts daily inventory of frames and accessories as requires. Repairs frames as required. Completes all required forms. Dispensers may also repair; solder; check out prescriptions; edge; mount and complete eyeglasses for final delivery to patients. Maintain written and verbal communication with lab as required. Will perform customer service and floor coordinating duties. Performs other related duties as needed Some experience & knowledge working as a Dispensing Optician Available and willing to travel to various clinic locations