SVS Vision - Optician - Oak Park, MI
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SVS Vision, Inc.
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SVS Vision - Optician - Oak Park, MI
SVS Vision, Inc.
Posted 30 days ago
Full Time
Oak Park, Michigan
In Person
Smart Summary
Opticians are responsible for helping customers select the correct eyeglasses, lens shapes, or contact lenses based on their vision needs, often working alongside optometrists. Duties include providing excellent customer service, interpreting prescriptions, dispensing eyewear, and styling frames to fit customer needs and personality.
We are looking for a personable and detail-oriented Optician to join our team! You will be responsible for assisting customers in selecting eyewear, interpreting prescriptions, and providing excellent customer service. Strong communication skills and a teamwork-oriented attitude are essential.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Customer Service
Interpreting Eye Examination Results
Dispensing Eyewear
Frame Selection
Lens Selection
Contact Lens Instruction
Eyewear Adjustment
Eyewear Repair
Sales Goal Achievement
Appointment Scheduling
Professional Communication
Attention To Detail
Adaptability
Teamwork
Job Description
Since 1974, SVS Vision has helped our customers lead better lives through better vision. As a Michigan-based company with over 80+ offices in 9 states, we have grown to be one of the largest optical companies in the Midwest with the help of our devoted employees. We are a family-oriented company that takes pride in recognizing and rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. We trust our company philosophy makes for an exciting and fun work environment where our employees can thrive while providing the best customer service possible. Our pledge to our employees has never wavered, as seen in our remarkable longevity with the opportunities for growth within the company, above-market salaries, and exceptional benefits.
Additionally, SVS offers an employee referral bonus where you are awarded substantial additional earnings for qualified employee referrals. Opticians have supplemental earning potential. They can make additional compensation on what they sell, this is in addition to their regular compensation. Opticians could also enjoy free designer glasses every year along with incredible discounts.
Job Summary:
SVS Vision Opticians will be responsible for helping customers achieve the right type of eyeglasses, lens shape or contact lenses in accordance with their eyesight or eye. Opticians usually work as part of a team of eye care professionals including optometrists. Their customers are generally people who have had an eye exam and received a prescription for corrective lenses or could need protective lenses including safety and sunglasses. Our opticians enjoy this rewarding position by providing excellent customer service, building relationships with our patients, and styling their eyewear to fit their needs and personality. Opticians need to have a thorough understanding of the different types of optical aids available. Their duties usually include (but are not limited to):
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Providing excellent customer service
- Interpreting the results of eye examinations, using prescriptions written by doctors
- Dispensing eyewear
- Assisting customers in the selection of frames and lenses
- Contact lens instructions
- Adjusting/repairing eyewear
- Communication with Doctor regarding patient recommendations
- Willing to travel between stores if needed
- Meet and exceed personal/store sales goals
- Answering phones to assist patients
- Scheduling appointments/managing appointment book
- Ability to participate in an active and busy environment
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Professional communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Adaptable to change
- Teamwork oriented
- Excellent customer service skills
Benefits and Perks:
- Energetic environment
- Paid vacation and personal time off, paid holidays
- Available anniversary bonus
- Paid mileage
- Paid rate increases per union contract
- License and CE reimbursement
- Sales commission
- Above market salary
- Matching 401(k) plans
- Affordable medical and dental benefits
- Vision benefits provided by SVS Vision
- Life and disability insurance
- Company sponsored discounts on many useful items and services
- Ability to transfer based on seniority
- Opportunity for growth within the company
- Rewards and recognition for outstanding performance
- Professional training
- Licensed and CE reimbursement (licensed states only)
- Ability to transfer locations based on seniority
- Perfect attendance bonus
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SVS Vision, Inc.
SVS Vision is a proud Michigan-based optical retailer providing outstanding customer service for over 40 years. With a large selection of top designer frames, contact lenses, caring staff and doctors who care about you, we hold ourselves to a higher standard when it comes to helping you find your perfect eye-wear. With our US laboratory and Mt. Clemens, Michigan headquarters, SVS Vision is committed to providing quality, American-made workmanship at affordable prices. Offering even more value, our 45-Day Gotta Love ‘Em Guarantee provides our customers with peace of mind. Our History as a Vision Care Leader A lot has changed since we opened our first retail location and laboratory in Sterling Heights, Michigan. And, as we’ve grown, our pledge to our customers has never wavered: provide outstanding eye care, quality products at reasonable prices while exceeding expectations. Growth should only come from satisfied customers, and we’re proud to say our expansion and growth have never compromised our first-class service. It’s the continued commitment to our customers that has allowed us to maintain both our exceptional service and unwavering standards since 1974. At SVS Vision we know our success is the result of the fine men and women who have devoted their careers to working for us. With their support, SVS Vision has grown to be one of the largest optical companies in the Midwest. With this kind of dedication we look forward to continued expansion. If you are currently an eye care professional looking to take your career to the next level or a motivated individual looking to be part of a successful team, consider joining us.
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