PT Optical Sales Associate
Shopko Optical, Round Lake Beach, IL, United States
Shopko Optical is seeking a Part‑time Optical Sales Associate in Round Lake Beach, IL. This role provides on‑the‑job training and certification opportunities, and offers a rewarding career helping improve the sight and lives of our patients.
Job Responsibilities
Provide excellent customer and patient service according to company and Optical Center standards.
Analyze patient eyewear needs and recommend specific lenses, lens coatings, and frames.
Assist patients in selecting frames based on style, color, facial measurements, and optical prescriptions.
Order and dispense eyewear accurately and professionally.
Assist patients with proper frame repairs, adjustments, and contact lens care.
Assist the Optometrist with case histories and screenings.
Maintain a complete knowledge of third‑party plans and claims.
Explain promotions and special lens offerings to patients and customers.
Balance accounts and prepare work orders containing specific instructions for the Optical Lab.
Process medical billing information and ensure proper merchandising of frame inventory.
Minimum Knowledge, Experience & Skills Requirements
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Maintain license as required by state.
To become Certified, teammate must complete Shopko OCE Certification requirements and calendar modules.
Previous experience in an office and/or optical dispensing is preferred.
Able to handle multiple customer interactions/phone calls simultaneously.
Able to work with patient eyewear needs including analyzing prescriptions, repairs, adjustments, and lifestyle dispensing.
Essential Functions & Work Requirements
Effective communication at all levels through written and two‑way verbal communication.
Read and write at a high school graduate level.
Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Operate various office equipment (computer, telephone, fax machine, copier).
Lift 10 to 20 pounds.
See (near, distance, color, and depth perception).
Manual and finger dexterity, hand/arm steadiness, and good eye/hand coordination.
Operate a cash register, optical equipment, and tools.
Work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, weekends) office hours to meet deadlines.
Travel independently to support company objectives and personal development.
Benefits
Competitive wages & sales incentives.
Volunteer pay.
Sick pay: Eligible teammates accrue sick leave per state law.
401(k) with match and vested at 100%.
Employee Assistance Program.
On‑the‑job training & certification.
Teammate recognition program.
Teammate discounts on eyewear and contact lenses.
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Job Responsibilities
Provide excellent customer and patient service according to company and Optical Center standards.
Analyze patient eyewear needs and recommend specific lenses, lens coatings, and frames.
Assist patients in selecting frames based on style, color, facial measurements, and optical prescriptions.
Order and dispense eyewear accurately and professionally.
Assist patients with proper frame repairs, adjustments, and contact lens care.
Assist the Optometrist with case histories and screenings.
Maintain a complete knowledge of third‑party plans and claims.
Explain promotions and special lens offerings to patients and customers.
Balance accounts and prepare work orders containing specific instructions for the Optical Lab.
Process medical billing information and ensure proper merchandising of frame inventory.
Minimum Knowledge, Experience & Skills Requirements
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Maintain license as required by state.
To become Certified, teammate must complete Shopko OCE Certification requirements and calendar modules.
Previous experience in an office and/or optical dispensing is preferred.
Able to handle multiple customer interactions/phone calls simultaneously.
Able to work with patient eyewear needs including analyzing prescriptions, repairs, adjustments, and lifestyle dispensing.
Essential Functions & Work Requirements
Effective communication at all levels through written and two‑way verbal communication.
Read and write at a high school graduate level.
Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Operate various office equipment (computer, telephone, fax machine, copier).
Lift 10 to 20 pounds.
See (near, distance, color, and depth perception).
Manual and finger dexterity, hand/arm steadiness, and good eye/hand coordination.
Operate a cash register, optical equipment, and tools.
Work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, weekends) office hours to meet deadlines.
Travel independently to support company objectives and personal development.
Benefits
Competitive wages & sales incentives.
Volunteer pay.
Sick pay: Eligible teammates accrue sick leave per state law.
401(k) with match and vested at 100%.
Employee Assistance Program.
On‑the‑job training & certification.
Teammate recognition program.
Teammate discounts on eyewear and contact lenses.
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