Optican/Optical Associate

Pearle Vision of Lakeland is a family-owned, upscale, and full service optical establishment that has been serving the Lakeland community for almost 20 years. We are looking for our next superstar. The right candidate is a dynamic individual who works well in a fast-paced environment and is able to efficiently handle the consistent patient flow. Prospective candidates must have at least 1 year of optical experience and understand the importance of excellent customer service. An outstanding patient experience is our number one priority. As one of the top performing locations in the Pearle brand, our team is talented, experienced, and growth-oriented. We are looking for a stellar eyecare professional to grow with us. Competitive hourly pay ranging from $20-$30 plus commission and bonuses depending on licensing, experience, and productivity. We offer health and dental benefits and 401K matching. Paid time off starts after 6 months of employment for full-time positions. Strong sales ability a plus. No Sunday or late evening hours. If you enjoy working in a laidback environment and are looking for a workplace that makes work/life balance a priority, look no further. Full-time and part-time hours available. MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Sell, fit and dispense prescription eyewear. Answer telephone and direct calls or take messages Check voice mail and email messages Monitor text messages and in-store messaging consistently for messages/tasks Schedule appointments Enthusiastically greet incoming patients. Verify vision benefits and bill claims for eyewear. Adjust and repair eyeglasses. Work closely with optometrists to keep the patient flow moving efficiently. Any other tasks requested by supervisors. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent, or comparable experience typically achieved with a minimum of 1-2 years in an optical environment. A successful candidate must meet the position requirements above in order to perform the essential functions of this position and achieve the outcomes/results indicated in this position description.