Florida Vision Institute is searching for an energetic, patient focused, team oriented Optician Lead for our multi-specialty ophthalmology practice in Stuart, Florida.  We offer excellent hours, no late evenings or major holidays, a lucrative spiff program, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, team-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate is American Board of Opticianry certified with 1-2 years of retail optician experience.

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry.  Florida Vision Institute is a multi-sub-specialty eye care practice composed of fellowship-trained board-certified ophthalmologists in every subspecialty of ophthalmology. Our goal is to provide each patient with the latest in comprehensive eye care in an efficient, patient-friendly private practice environment.

We are committed to customer service, and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices, and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

All of us at Florida Vision Institute are committed to inclusion and diversity. We believe today more than ever; it isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of service, caring and listening and we would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities. For more information, please visit our webpage at www.flvisioninstitute.com 

The Optician dispenses and fits spectacles, contact lenses and other optical aides. Provides advice to patients on various types of lenses and spectacle frames, including style, weight, and color.

• Address any patient’s concerns with patience and a caring attitude. Point out the benefits of comfort, vision correction, savings, and value to the patients.
• Read, interpret eyeglasses, and contact lens prescriptions as written by the eye care providers and follow all instructions accordingly.
• Take time to assist in taking frame and facial measurements to ensure correct fit and positioning.
• Utilize small handheld instruments as well as larger instruments and machines, including pupilometer and lensometer.
• Troubleshoot patient complaints; adjust or repair spectacles as needed.
• Communicate with patients regarding their insurance benefits and pricing.
• Ensure complete patient confidentiality as established by the practice policies and HIPAA.
• Coordinate with the clinical associates/doctors to ensure a clean hand-off from clinic to dispensary.
• Work in cooperation with other dispensary associates to meet and exceed daily and monthly sales goals.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ABO/Ncle certification required.
• Florida Optician license preferred
• Customer centric focused.
• Previous experience with billing vision insurances
• Prior sales experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent math skills that allow for precise work (basic algebraic equations and monetary calculations)
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make decisions using industry standards.

In Turn We Will Provide:

• Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities

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