Optician Northern Illinois Optical Rockford, IL Job Details Part-time | Full-time $17.00 - $18.50 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications Optical experience HIPAA Optics Retail math Health information management Full Job Description Job Summary Join our dynamic healthcare team as an Optician, where you will play a vital role in enhancing patients' vision and overall well-being. In this energetic position, you will assist patients in selecting and fitting eyewear, dispense spectacle lenses, and provide exceptional customer service. Your expertise will ensure compliance with health regulation policies, maintain accurate medical records, and support clinical confidentiality. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about eye care, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in optics and healthcare. Responsibilities Assist patients with eyewear fittings, adjustments, and repairs to ensure optimal comfort and vision correction Dispense spectacle lenses accurately based on prescriptions, utilizing optical laboratory experience and knowledge of ophthalmology principles Operate POS systems and cash registers efficiently to process sales and handle transactions with integrity Maintain detailed medical records using EMR/EHR systems, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies Provide exceptional customer service by addressing patient inquiries, explaining eyewear options, and guiding selections tailored to individual needs Conduct basic eye assessments when necessary to support comprehensive patient care Collaborate with optometrists and healthcare professionals to ensure adherence to state healthcare regulations and health regulation policies Qualifications Prior retail optometry or optical laboratory experience with a strong understanding of optics, eyewear fittings, and spectacle lens dispensing Knowledge of clinical confidentiality policies Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for medical records management Ability to perform basic math calculations related to retail sales, optical measurements, and insurance coding Strong customer service skills with a proactive approach to patient engagement and education Knowledge of state healthcare regulations, HIPAA compliance standards, and health regulation policies related to eye care services Join us in delivering outstanding eye care while fostering a welcoming environment for our patients. If you're energetic about making a difference in people's lives through vision health—apply today!

Pay:

$17.00 - $18.50 per hour Expected hours: 15.0 - 37.5 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off

Experience:

Optical:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person