Optician

Who we are looking for:

People who are passionate about the care of our patients, who want to be part of a team that puts our patients first, who work well with a team of professionals, and who want a successful career where your efforts make a difference. We want people who are tech-savvy, enthusiastic, care about others, and want to work in a fast paced and fun environment.

Benefits:

We have an excellent benefit package including flex plan, 401k/profit sharing, insurance and paid time off. This is a full time position. EOE

$1000 sign on bonus with no ABOC and a $2000 sign on bonus with an ABOC!

Responsibilities:

As our Optician, you will assist and educate patients in appropriate selection of optical goods for patient’s needs.

What You’ll Do Every Day

• Take necessary measurements
• Process orders, post charges, and enter insurance into the computer system
• Dispense optical goods, as well as perform repairs & adjustments
• Assist with contact lens teachings
• Assist with inventory control, and answer department telephones

Qualifications & Skills Needed:

• High school graduate
• Optical experience
• ABO certification is not mandatory, but opticians are encouraged to obtain certification
• Adapt and fit corrective eyewear, including eyeglasses and contact lenses as prescribed
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and customer service skills
• Optical knowledge to educate patients regarding availability/use of optical products
• Computer skills

DISCLAIMER

Illinois Eye Center is an equal opportunity employer. We do not use personal information in our hiring process and are dedicated to hiring the person who is best suited for our jobs without any knowledge or consideration of the individual’s membership in any protected class. We are committed to promoting safety and high standards of employee performance, productivity and reliability by supporting a drug-free workplace. In order to achieve this, all finalists may be subjected to a drug test prior to being hired to assure the applicant does not currently have narcotics, sedatives, stimulants and/or other controlled substance in his/her body.

4th of July Holiday Hours

Saturday 7/2 – Peoria Office by Appointment Only
All Other Offices Closed

Monday 7/4 – All Offices Closed