Licensed Optician

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Type of Position:
Other Health Care – Clinical Support

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Summary of Job Duties:
The Licensed Optician provides comprehensive support for retail optical shop operations, including designing, fitting, and adapting lenses and frames based on prescriptions. They assist patients in frame selection, ensure proper fit, and handle adjustments and repairs. Additionally, they prioritize customer service, maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and positive relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• High school, GED, or formal educational Equivalent

• 2 years ophthalmic experience

• Current AR Optician license

Preferred Qualifications

• COA or COMT certification preferred

Additional Information:

Additional Information:

The Licensed Optician provides administrative and technical support for retail optical shop responsibilities. Will design, measure, fit, and adapt lenses and frames for patients according to optical prescriptions. Optician is responsible for assisting patients with selecting frames, ensuring proper fit and making adjustments and repairs to eyewear. Other responsibilities include but not limited to; maintenance of product inventory, maintenance of electronic patient files, generating patient encounter forms. 

Patient Care: Interpreting optical prescriptions written by optometrists or ophthalmologists; advise patients on lens treatments, frames, and styling.

Inventory: Select, manage, and order a range of optical products; will monitor routine visits from optical sales reps; Maintain optical inventory of frames and accessories using Officemate software; and  participate in annual physical inventory count. 

Shop Operations: Arrange and continuously maintain frame boards and shop displays; organize and scan documents for electronic patient files; verify lab invoices for correct lens pricing and credits; track promotional sales and prescription remakes, create patient encounter forms using Officemate software, provide backup support for posting payments; and compile payment transactions for the daily deposit. Other duties as assigned.

Customer Service:  Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed. Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.

Salary Information:

“Commensurate with education and experience”

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes