Description
I’m helping Integra Eyecare Centre find a top candidate to join their team full-time for the role of Optician.This is a cool job because you'll guide eyewear selection and care, ensuring exceptional patient experiences at Integra Eyecare.Compensation:CAD 21 – 30/hour.+ Bonuses (up to 5% of base compensation)+ Health insurance+ Overtime (CAD 40/hour)Location:2415 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC, Canada.Mission of Integra Eyecare Centre:"Our mission is to bring together a highly skilled team and the most innovative technology to provide our patients a unique eyecare experience with warmth and integrity.”What makes you a strong candidate:You are proficient in inventory management, lens verification, prescription interpretation, and quality control.English – Fully fluent.Responsibilities and more:Eyewear Consultation and Sales:Assist patients in selecting eyeglasses and sunglasses that fit their style, prescription, and lifestyle needs.Recommend appropriate lens types (e.G., progressive, blue-light blocking) and frame styles.Provide guidance on product features, benefits, and care instructions.Prescription Interpretation:Interpret and analyze prescriptions from optometrists or ophthalmologists.Ensure accuracy and proper adjustments are made to lens orders.Frame Fitting and Adjustments:Measure patients for eyeglass frames and ensure proper fit and comfort.Make frame adjustments, including nose pads, temple arms, and overall alignment.Lens Verification and Quality Control:Inspect incoming lenses to ensure they meet the patient's prescription and quality standards.Verify lens accuracy using lensometers or other measurement tools.Order Management and Inventory:Place, track, and manage lens and frame orders with suppliers.Maintain inventory of frames, lenses, and accessories, ensuring stock availability.Repair and Maintenance:Perform minor repairs on eyeglasses, such as replacing screws, nose pads, and tightening frames.Customer Service and Patient Education:Provide excellent customer service and respond to patient inquiries.Educate patients on how to care for their lenses, frames, and any protective coatings.Technical Skills and Use of Equipment:Use lensometers, pupilometers, and other optical tools to measure and verify prescriptions.Work with software systems for patient records, sales, and order tracking.Compliance and Professional Standards:Adhere to industry regulations, health and safety standards, and optical licensing requirements.Maintain professional conduct and uphold confidentiality with patient information.Collaboration and Team Support:Work closely with optometrists, ophthalmologists, and other team members to ensure a seamless patient experience.Assist in cross-functional roles, such as training new employees or helping at the front desk when needed.Administrative Tasks:Process payments, handle insurance claims, and manage billing for optical products.Document patient interactions and update patient files in the clinic’s system.
