Visionworks of America · 3 weeks ago
Retail Ophthalmic Dispensing Trainee
Glenville, NY
Contract
Onsite
New Grad
$17.50/hr - $26.25/hr
0+ years expVisionworks of America is a company that provides optical products and services. They are seeking a Retail Ophthalmic Dispensing Trainee to assist customers with frame selection, fit, and dispense optical products while interpreting prescriptions and providing accurate product information.
Consumer GoodsFashionManufacturingProduct DesignRetail
Responsibilities
Assist each customer in frame and lens selection
Provide customers with accurate product information regarding frames, lens selections and other services
Provide customers covered by Third Party insurance with accurate information regarding benefits to ensure proper selection of frames and lenses. Discuss frames/lens extras and options. Inform the customer of any additional charges not covered by their Third Party insurance coverage. Analyze and interpret patients’ prescriptions
Sell, fit and dispense frames and other accessories
Maintain a clean and orderly dispensing area
Responsible for the accuracy of patient pricing
Communicate clearly with lab and Optometrist to ensure accuracy of prescription
Fulfill education and experience requirements to become Licensed Optician within state/contract mandated time frame
Adhere to privacy and confidential and proprietary company policies and procedures (i.e. HIPAA)
Participate in any/all training and educational activities necessary to fulfill at least the minimum requirements as specified within your departmental goals. This is in addition to, the completion of any activities necessary for the maintenance of professional affiliations or organizational requirements
Diligently maintain the cleanliness of all equipment, workstations and the overall facility on a daily basis
As required by changing business needs, complete additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Must have a current New York or Massachusetts Apprentice permit to practice
Copy of permit must be on file with the Human Resources Department
One to three months of related experience and/or training
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of the organization
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest and percentages
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Basic computer literacy
Strong communication skills and the desire to work with the public
Possess an outgoing, positive professional personality & appearance
Ability to work independently and as part of team
Ability to interact well with associates
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
Flexibility to support change
Ability to work onsite and participate in interactive onsite meetings on a regular and predictable basis
Ability to initiate immediate interaction, coordination and collaboration with team members, clients, customers etc
Diligently maintain the cleanliness of all equipment, workstations and the overall facility on a daily basis
Adhere to privacy and confidential and proprietary company policies and procedures (i.e. HIPAA)
Participate in any/all training and educational activities necessary to fulfill at least the minimum requirements as specified within your departmental goals
Benefits
Incentive pay
Wage upgrades
Overtime opportunities
Company
Visionworks of America
At Visionworks, we’re devoted to one thing — healthy eyes.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-06-27Acquired
Leadership Team
Stan Lippelman
Chief Marketing Officer/SVP
Kate O'Brien
VP of Managed Care Partnerships
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