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Oklahoma City Indian Clinic

Optician

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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.

$40,268 / year median in Oklahoma

+16% projected growth

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Optician Oklahoma City Indian Clinic - 3.2 Oklahoma City, OK Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Qualifications In-person customer service High school diploma or GED ABO Certification Full Job Description Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) is a non-profit corporation that provides culturally sensitive health care to the American Indian population. OKCIC services include not only basic medical care but also dental, optometry, behavioral health, fitness, nutrition, and other family programs. Our mission is to provide excellent healthcare to American Indians. We do this by putting people first, providing quality services, and maintaining our Integrity and Professionalism. We are looking to add compassionate team players to our growing team as we continue to work toward our goal of becoming the national model for American Indian Health Care. Oklahoma City Indian Clinic is adding an Optician to our Optometry Team! The Optician assists patients in selecting and fitting eyeglasses after obtaining prescriptions from the optometrist. Applicants claiming Indian Preference must complete the full application and must provide documentation verifying eligibility (such as a tribal enrollment card or Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB)). Job duties include, but are not limited to: Interprets eyeglass or contact lens prescriptions. Orders, adjusts, and dispenses glasses for patients; documents the visit correctly. Instructs patients with eyeglasses and/or contacts on wear, care, and adaptation. Manages inventory of glasses and supplies. Notifies each patient once the glasses/contact order has been received and verified as correct. Performs basic and routine vision screening examinations. Disinfects and maintains ophthalmic instruments, equipment, and exam rooms. Assists in retinal imaging when needed. Assists with registration tasks, checking patients in and out for appointments as needed. Assist in returning all phone calls or voicemails by the end of each day. Scans in loose chart paperwork into EHR. Correctly handles money for glasses and/or contacts by preparing receipts for patients and by preparing deposits and reports for the finance department. Responsible for monthly reports to the Practice Administrator. Responsible for reconciling invoices from the optical lab. The Oklahoma City Indian Clinic is a non-profit organization and not a federal employer. Indian preference hiring laws apply. The Clinic is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. The Clinic adheres to all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including protections based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, religion, veteran status, and other characteristics as required by federal, state, or local law. Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, medical marijuana license holders who test positive for marijuana will not be qualified for this position. Must align with OKCIC vision, mission, and core values. Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must hold a current American Board of Opticianry (ABO) certification and have a minimum of three (3) years of optician experience. Must have experience handling cash and accepting payments. Must display strong organizational skills and multitasking ability. Exceptional customer service is required. Knowledge of Electronic Health Records (EHR). National Opticianry Certification Exam (NOCE) certification preferred. Paraoptometric certification preferred.