Optician / Lab Technician - University Village

Position:Optician / Lab Tech
Location: University Village, IL

Pay: $18 hourly
Hours: M-F, 8:30-6pm

About us!

Village Eyecare is dedicated to providing patients in Chicago with the finest optometry services, offering excellence and compassion from the moment each patient steps through the door. Our commitment to community, professionalism, and personal service drives our core values.

Who we are looking for!

Someone with a passion for customer service and beautiful eyewear with a desire to learn and grow!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Delivering a captivating and memorable customer experience to all of our patients
• Consulting in frame selection for patients to help them find the best eyewear to meet their needs
• Perform adjustments and repairs when necessary
• Process contact lens/spectacle orders and review reports to monitor status daily
• Verify glasses and notify patients for dispensing
• Verifying vision insurance coverage and pricing exams and materials for patients
• Perform quality checks on lenses
• Cross-train in the finishing lab to be able to perform the following functions:
• Lining lens, tracing frame, edging, mounting, checking trays, performing necessary repairs/adjustments
• Availability to work a flexible schedule and the hours necessary to open and/or close

Qualifications:

• Experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate

Benefits of working with us!

• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid vacation
• Company holidays
• 401k

Check out our website: https://villageeyecare.net/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Optical: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person