Optical Sales Associate

University of the Incarnate Word, United States

Updated: about 14 hours ago
Location: San Antonio, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Position Title Optical Sales Associate
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Optical Sales Associate provides optical support for the University of Incarnate Word’s Rosenberg School of Optometry (UIWRSO) clinical network.
This position is primarily responsible for assisting with frame and lens selection, optical orders, fitting, and dispensing of spectacles and processing of invoices and insurance claims.
The Optical Sales Associate reports to the Assistant Optical Manager-Bowden.
Benefits
UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Job Duties


Job Duty Name Optician
Description of Job Duties
  • Provides assistance with selection of eyewear to include fitting and measurements.
  • Collects patient financial and demographic information.
  • Determines eligibility for insurance materials and provides patients with guidance on appropriate selection.
  • Reviews lab orders and invoices for accuracy prior to submission for payment.
  • Processes invoices and insurance claims.
  • Verifies the accuracy of all incoming eyewear orders to ensure quality within the guidelines of applicable ANSI standards.
  • Cut lenses for frames with the edger as needed.
  • Dispenses eyewear using proper optician protocols.
  • Performs necessary adjustments to eyewear for proper fit.
  • Maintains the dispensary.
  • Performs routine maintenance and upkeep of optical equipment.
  • Manages inventory in accordance with protocols.
  • Provides guidance and instruction to optometry interns on how to operate a successful optical dispensary to include performing quality checks on orders taken by interns.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications


Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals.
  • Ability to provide quality care to customers.
  • Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and attention to detail.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
  • Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Required Work Experience
  • At least two (2) years of work experience as an Optician in optical dispensing.
  • Experience working with electronic medical records.
  • Experience in a work setting with medical office procedures and HIPAA compliance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience as an Optician in a teaching institution or private practice.
  • ABO Certification.
  • Fluency in Spanish.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
  • Must have a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured through UIW’s vehicle insurance carrier.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
Work Hours
  • This position is primarily located at 2547 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78203.
  • The work hours for this position area Monday-Friday 9am-6pm and one Saturday
  • per month 9am-4pm.
  • Employee will have Sunday and one day off during the week (TBD) when scheduled to work a Saturday.
  • UIWRSO personnel will be subject to the leave and holiday policies of the School of Optometry and its clinical services, which may differ from those of UIW.
Physical Demands
None specified.

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