Eye-deology Vision Care - Edmonton (190105)
Position: Licensed Optician
Hours: Permanent/Full-Time/Flexible/Monday-Saturday
License Required: Alberta Optician License (Eyeglass Dispensing) or Student
Start Date: Immediately
Overview
The Eye-deology Vision Care team is looking for a full-time, permanent, licensed optician at our location in north Edmonton. This team member will work a schedule of 30 to 40 hours per week, Monday through Saturday. Their responsibilities will include assisting optometrists in the dispensing, fitting, care and inventory management of glasses, contact lenses and related items; retail sales and repair of eyewear products; follow-up patient care, pre-testing and liaising with patients. The successful candidate should have at least one year of previous optical experience, strong communication skills and history working in a team environment. Our new family-oriented clinic is passionate about providing extraordinary eye care to residents of Edmonton and welcomes candidates with an equal passion for providing excellent patient care and customer service to apply.
Benefits
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Competitive salary and benefits.
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A dynamic, challenging and rewarding team-oriented work environment that promotes both individual and team development.
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A collaborative, friendly workplace culture where relationships and ideas are fostered.
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Progressive, ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Responsibilities
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Greeting patients and assisting at front desk.
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Providing excellent patient care and customer service.
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Informing patients about the best eyewear products best suited for lifestyle and budget.
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Assisting patients in selecting eyewear.
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Dispensing frames and lenses.
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Educating patients on the newest eyewear technologies and products available.
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Dispensing contact lenses, solutions and related eyewear products.
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Educating patients on the care, inserting and removal of contact lenses.
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Edging lenses.
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Adjusting and repairing frames.
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Submitting insurance claims and receiving payments.
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Becoming cross-trained on scheduling and pretesting patients.
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Inventory management.
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Contributing to store retail sales goals.
Requirements
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Currently licensed in Alberta on in school.
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Excellent communication and phone skills.
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Good computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite.
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Excellent organizational skills.
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Friendly and customer service-oriented.
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Minimum one years’ experience in an optical environment is required.
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Committed to contributing and performing as a team member.
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Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
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Previous retail experience an asset.
About Us
Eye-deology Vision Care is a locally-owned and operated eye care clinic in Edmonton, Alberta, dedicated to providing the best modern eye care available. Our unique combination of advanced technologies, patient education, modern eyewear and professional staff ensures that everyone is treated “like family” - nothing but the best! As a locally-owned clinic, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our patients, maintaining a positive, supportive work environment, and giving back to community.
Please apply to: Dr. Jennifer Ash by emailing resume to
jennifer.ash@eye-deology.com
Address: 9641 167 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB, T5Z 3S3
Phone: 780.473.6123
Email:
jennifer.ash@eye-deology.com
Website:
www.eye-deology.com
Date of Posting: January 4th, 2019