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TieTalent

Licensed Optician

TieTalent, Danbury, Connecticut, us, 06813

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Overview Licensed Optician

role at MyEyeDr. As a Licensed Dispensing Optician (LDO), you will analyze prescriptions to provide the highest quality vision care to our patients. The LDO fits, measures, and adjusts eyeglasses to meet patients’ needs and expectations and resolves any vision‑care issues. The LDO provides oversight on all prescriptions throughout the office.

Responsibilities

Provide patients with exceptional customer service by understanding and assisting their needs

Guide and assist patients in eyewear and frame/lens selection using knowledge of product lines and options

Converse with patients to analyze and assess vision problems and needs

Provide oversight on all prescriptions throughout the office

Maximize sales using the company’s standard sales concepts and promotions for products (e.g., anti-reflective coating, poly, warranties, second pairs, backup eyewear)

Maximize insurance plans for patients and explain benefits

Understand cost of goods and retail fee schedules; use this knowledge to address “walking Rx” concerns

Focus on company Key Patient Indicators

Educate patients on adaptation to new prescriptions and care of lenses

Use pupillometer, PD ruler, and other technical aids for proper fit and measurements

Ensure accurate delivery and turnaround times; notify patients of delays

Understand promotions, coupons, and third‑party programs available

Make care calls to patients who recently received eyewear

Use lensometer to neutralize, verify, and perform final inspection of eyewear

Notify patients when eyeglasses are complete for dispensing; fit and adjust eyewear

Ensure product pricing is accurate; monitor jobs waiting for pickup

Maintain clean and merchandise displays; place returns in proper bins

Perform preliminary testing for patients as needed; process payments; help maintain office appearance

Attend meetings and participate in training opportunities; perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

State Board Certified Licensed Dispensing Optician

AA or BA/BS in related field is desirable

2-5 years of related eyewear experience in a similar office

Proven success in a retail/office environment addressing diverse customer requirements

Strong comfort with optical and lens-related concerns

Ability to oversee, understand, and describe multiple prescriptions daily

Proven ability to establish positive patient rapport and build relationships

Strong communication skills (oral and written); ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

Ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet patient commitments/deadlines

Proficiency with automated equipment and systems standard to the optometry industry

Benefits

Growth and development through role-specific training

Opportunity to earn bonuses and commissions (role specific)

Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, tax-free savings plans, life insurance, and more

Vision coverage and associate discounts on our products

401(k) with competitive company match

PTO and paid holidays from day one

MyEyeDr. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category.

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