Optician jobs in Minnesota

Optician measures and fits contact lenses and eyeglass frames based on prescriptions written by ophthalmologists or optometrists. Takes precision measurements of eyes using a pupilometer and other devices to ensure proper fit of eyeglasses or contact lenses. Being an Optician assists and advises customers in selecting frames based on their prescription, lifestyle needs, and style preferences. Inspects lenses for quality, fits and adjusts eyewear, and repairs eyewear as needed. Additionally, Optician instructs customer on correct eyeglasses and contact lens care and maintenance. May process work orders and sales. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Applicable License. Requires Licensed Optician. Typically reports to a manager. Optician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Optician
  • Northeast Eye Care of Hugo
  • Hugo, MN FULL_TIME
  • Opticians are responsible for selling eyewear and eyewear accessories to patients. They ensure patients are fitted with the right-size frames that fit their needs and lifestyle and dispense lenses with correct prescription and measurements. Opticians are at the heart of our business. Their technical and customer service skills ensure patient satisfaction and repeat business.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    • Delivers extraordinary experience to each and every patient. Provides patients with a complete understanding of our customized recommendations for products and services
    • Develops own clientele from providing outstanding service and obtaining referrals
    • Keeps current on company/industry products and procedures, manufacturer rebates, and types of lenses and frames available
    • Takes and returns patient calls, updating patients on the status of their order and resolving order issues should they arise. Escalates any issues with the Store Manager, as necessary.
    • Retrieves patient charts and electronic health records
    • Assists patients in selecting frames, lens type, and lens treatments including tints and coatings; depending on specific patient needs and facial measurements
    • Educates patients on proper eyeglass and contact lens care
    • Collect eye and face measurements to ensure proper fit
    • Interprets prescriptions written by optometrist and ophthalmologist
    • Creates work orders for lab technicians, specifying information on lenses needed
    • Follows-up on all pending orders. Verifies all orders are within the time guidelines given and informs patients of status if delays occur. Notifies patient when orders arrive from lab/manufacturer
    • Dispenses glasses by inspecting the product, checking for proper fit, adjusting if necessary, and asking for feedback
    • Adjusts eyewear to ensure visual acuity, proper fit, and patient comfort. Using various tools, performs eyewear adjustments and repairs
    • Proficient in using tools such as pupilometers, PD Sticks, lensometers, pliers, wrenches, frame warmers, etc
    • Regularly communicates with technicians and/or store managers, providing additional patient information, or asking for an order status
    • Inspects the final product ensuring there are no flaws; Cleans and polishes lenses using cloths and solvents
    • Cleans and organizes frame boards, displays, mirrors, work bench, office area, bathroom, and breakroom, maintaining overall cleanliness and visual appeal of the store
    • Restocks retail boards with new merchandize
    • Understands product issues and analyzes any problems. Thoroughly and accurately answers patients' questions regarding insurance, warranty, products, materials, services, pricing, upgrades, promotions, etc
    • Collaborates with technicians, front desk associates, Managers, and Optometrist
    • Sells miscellaneous products such as cleaners, contact lens supply, sunglasses, safety glasses, etc
    Requirements:
    Qualifications
    • High School Diploma
    • Minimum of one-year experience working as an Optician strongly preferred
    • Experience with HIPAA requirements preferred
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
    • Excellent customer service skills and pleasant demeanor, experience with sales preferred
    • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
    • Dependability and punctuality
    • Ability to lift up to 30lbs, bend, kneel, and stand up to 8hrs a day
    Physical Demands

    • This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.

    Req Benefits: Benefits: 401(k) with Match, Medical/Dental/Life/STD/LTD, Vision Service Plan, Employee Vision Discount, Program HSA/FSA, PTO, Paid Holidays *Benefits applicable to Full Time Employment only*
  • 20 Days Ago

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Optician
  • Sundell Eye Associates
  • Virginia, MN FULL_TIME
  • The Optician at Sundell Eye Associates is an integral part of the ophthalmic team. The optician will utilize the prescriptions written by the ophthalmologist and optometrist to assist patients in the ...
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Optician
  • Advanced Vision Clinic
  • Oakdale, MN FULL_TIME
  • Great opportunity to join a fast-growing industry and START your career as an Optician! NO WEEKENDS NO LATE EVENINGS NO MAJOR HOLIDAYS Our ideal candidate should have these qualifications: A High scho...
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Optician
  • Fridley Optical
  • Fridley, MN FULL_TIME
  • Opticians are responsible for selling eyewear and eyewear accessories to patients. They ensure patients are fitted with the right-size frames that fit their needs and lifestyle and dispense lenses wit...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Optician
  • ECS of Minnesota
  • Woodbury, MN FULL_TIME
  • Opticians are responsible for selling eyewear and eyewear accessories to patients. They ensure patients are fitted with the right-size frames that fit their needs and lifestyle and dispense lenses wit...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Optician
  • 20/20 Eyecare
  • Blaine, MN FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • We are looking to expand our team again! 20/20 Eyecare recently moved into a beautiful, new location in Blaine. We are growing by the day and need more help! Optician responsibilities at 20/20 Eyecare...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Optician
  • AEG Vision
  • Coppell, TX
  • 541 E Sandy Lake Road, Coppell, Texas 75019Coppell Vision Center Opticians are responsible for selling eyewear and eyewe...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optician
  • AEG Vision
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2111 Custer Drive, Fort Collins, Colorado 80525Mountain View Eye Specialists Opticians are responsible for selling eyewe...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optician
  • Mann Eye
  • Austin, TX
  • Contributes to the company by providing efficient optical and customer service skills to patients. The optician should p...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Optician
  • America's Best
  • Kent, WA
  • Company Description America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest and fastest-growing optical retailers ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Optician
  • America's Best
  • Seattle, WA
  • Company Description America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest and fastest-growing optical retailers ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Optician
  • America's Best
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Company Description America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest and fastest-growing optical retailers ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optician
  • Clarkson Eyecare
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • An Optician will achieve a world class Total Patient Experience that both maximizes the retail sales but also supports t...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optician
  • New York State Civil Service
  • New York, NY
  • Agency College of Optometry Title Optician Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Minnesota (/ˌmɪnɪˈsoʊtə/ (listen)) is a state in the Upper Midwest and northern regions of the United States. Minnesota was admitted as the 32nd U.S. state on May 11, 1858, created from the eastern half of the Minnesota Territory. The state has a large number of lakes, and is known by the slogan the "Land of 10,000 Lakes". Its official motto is L'Étoile du Nord (French: Star of the North). Minnesota is the 12th largest in area and the 22nd most populous of the U.S. states; nearly 60% of its residents live in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area (known as the "Twin Cities"). This area i...
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Income Estimation for Optician jobs
$48,524 to $63,128

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