Retail Licensed Optician Job Rocky Point New York USA,Healthcare

Location: Rocky Point

Store 1205, Rocky Point, Rocky Point, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 5:59 AM

Summary

Assists customers with frame selection, fits and dispenses frames. Utilizing technical information to interpret prescription to assist customer with selection of optical products and services.

Pay Class and Pay

Pay Class: Part Time

Pay: $27 - $40.50 per hour

Responsibilities

Assist each customer in frame and lens selection meeting social distance requirements

Ensure compliance with social distancing, cleaning protocols and hygiene practices: frequent handwashing, not shaking hands, cover nose and mouth while coughing or sneezing, avoid touching eyes / nose / mouth with unwashed hands

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. Inform the customer of any additional charges not covered by their Third-Party insurance coverage.

Utilize the SERVE sales process to identify customer needs and establish proper lens recommendations based on patient needs. Associate must utilize all available demonstration tools (See SERVE brochure for specifics).

Analyze and interpret patients’ prescriptions. Communicate as necessary with the Lab and Optometrist to ensure accuracy of prescription.

Sell, fit and dispense frames and other accessories through the use of accurate measurements, verification of ordered products and adjustments of various optical products, in accordance with the Eyewear Presentation.

Maintain a clean and orderly dispensing area.

Responsible for the accuracy of customer pricing for the retail customer.

Where applicable, provide feedback and guidance to Apprentice Opticians

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.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience & Background

Must have and maintain applicable state licensure for ophthalmic dispensing
Knowledge and demonstrated abilities in explaining optical products, services, the analysis and interpretation of optical prescriptions, fitting and dispensing.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest and percentages
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

Reasoning Ability

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

Essential Responsibilities related to Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to stand, use hands and fingers to handle, feel, pick or pinch, and talk or hear most of the time.

The associate is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The noise level in this location is moderate (use of computers, printers and machines).

Essential Responsibilities related to Behavioral Characteristics

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 Doctor and other 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.

HIPAA & Security Requirements

All Associates must comply with the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as it pertains to disclosures of protected health information…