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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.
$44,152 / year median in Nebraska
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America) Optician The Optician assists the optical shop manager with servicing customers in the store. Order supplies and inventory, merchandise the store, fill prescriptions, provide final inspection of products, deliver products to customers, submit customer billing and insurance filing, follow-up care, and provide continuing education in opticianry to patients.Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8A - 5P Location:
Nebraska Medicine Truhlsen Eye Institute (TEI) For more information regarding this about this Optician role please apply or you can contact Scott Clausen at scoclausen@nebraskamed.com Why Work at Nebraska Medicine? Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration. Leading Health Network Work with the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.Dignity and Respect:
We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve. Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!Optician Required Qualifications:
- Two years' experience in the retail optical industry required.
- High school education or equivalent required.
- Working knowledge of contact lens fitting and optical eyeglass dispensing required.
- Superior customer service skills required.
- Demonstrated sales and marketing ability required.
Optician Preferred Qualifications:
- ABO (American Board of Opticinary) certification preferred.
- Knowledge of Eyecare Advantage by Compulink preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications preferred.