Optician III

Georgia Eye Associates started providing care in 1988 with an experienced team of optometrists and ophthalmologists they specialize in laser refractive surgery, including Lasik, as well as no-stitch and laser cataract surgery while also offering additional services such as multifocal lens implants and cornea repair/transplants.

The Optician must be able to work with our diverse base of customers (i.e. pediatric, adolescent, and adult) by delivering quality optical care and outstanding and friendly customer service establishing customer loyalty. The Optician must be able to assist patients with eyeglasses ordering and fittings. The Optician must also possess strong sales skills by demonstrating a high level of knowledge about our products and determining our patient's need for eyewear to recommend specific accessories and or enhancement for glasses.

• Interpretation of prescriptions written by ophthalmologists and optometrists
• Communicate with physician regarding questions or concerns about prescriptions and other eye-related issues
• Inspect lenses to detect flaws, verify prescription, progressive measurements, lens enhancements and coatings.
• Measure bridge and eye size, temple length, vertex distance, pupillary distance, and optical centers, using measuring devices
• Mount and secure lenses in holding tools or chucks for cutting, polishing, and or grinding
• Assist in selecting frames according to style and color, and ensure that frames are coordinated with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
• Recommend specific lenses, lens coating, other lens enhancements, and frames to suit patient needs
• Recommend appropriate contact lenses after considering the prescription and the patient's lifestyle needs
• Verify that finished lenses are ground to specifications
• Create work orders for lab technicians to ensure delivery of the proper lenses
• Set up machines to polish, bevel, edge, or grind lenses -
• Heat, shape, or bend plastic or metal frames to adjust eyeglasses to properly fit
• Shape lenses appropriately so that they can be inserted into frames
• Repair broken/damaged frames
• Educate on proper wear, care of eyeglasses, and contact lens
• Inspect lenses to detect flaws, verify prescription, progressive measurements, lens enhancements and coatings.
• Determine clients' current lens prescriptions, when necessary, using lensometers or lens analyzers, and mark up progressives correctly
• Sell and Dispense contact lenses under supervision of physician or LDO
• Place contact lens orders with appropriate vendors
• Instructs patients on proper insertion, removal, and proper care for contact lenses
• Verifies information in the fitting of contacts by using a lensometer, slit lamp, keratometer, and/or radius scope to order specification(s).
• Troubleshoot patient RX issues and act as a liaison between patient and physician
• Maintain Contact Lens Trial Inventory
• Inventory - Properly document, track, and follow-up on patient orders to ensure superb customer service
• Arrange and maintain displays of optical merchandise
• Attend training workshops/meetings as scheduled
• Other duties as assigned

• Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED required

  • Georgia Licensed Dispensing Optician (LDO) strongly preferred

  • Minimum 5 years of optical or eyecare experience required

  • Associate’s degree or equivalent on-the-job training or post-secondary education preferred

  • Must be able to travel to other office locations as needed

  • Ability to demonstrate excellent eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, and agility

  • Must have visual acuity correctable to 20/25 or better for tasks such as fitting eyeglasses and contact lenses

  • Intermediate computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to build collaborative working relationships across teams and departments

  • Minimum typing speed of 30 WPM

  • Demonstrated professionalism, time management, and attention to detail

  • Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills

  • Ability to effectively navigate multiple system applications

  Preferred Skills:

  • Prior experience in retail optical sales or the healthca

We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k w/ Match
• HSA/FSA
• Telemedicine
• Generous PTO Package

We also offer the following benefits for FREE:

• Employee Discounts and Perks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance

EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.