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a description of the position, a geographic location, and a contact
number (phone, fax, or email). All ads will be pulled after three months
if not renewed beforehand. Please contact us if the position is filled.
All ads will deal with Licensed Dispensing Opticians or registered
apprentices only. We are an association of Washington State licensed
opticians, not optometric assistants or un-licensed "opticians".
By Washington State RCW 18.34.141, the only definition of an optician
in this state is a licensed dispensing optician. Disclaimer: The OAW is
NOT
responsible nor liable for any misleading ads placed upon this posting
board.
You
can also find practice opportunities for Opticians at the Optometric
Physicians of Washington's website:
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Job Opportunities Listed Today:
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January 26th, 2010
We have one more position open for an apprentice at Southcenter
mall in Tukwila, WA; Retail sales person for JC Penney Optical
Department. Part-time working into full-time. Experience helpful
but will train. Great starting salary plus bonus and comprehensive
benefits including 401K. Apply in person at the Optical department,
or call 1-800-248-2255. EOE
We have openings for apprentices in Puyallup and Vancouver
Retail sales person for JC Penney Optical Department. Part-time
working into full-time. Experience helpful but will train. Great
starting salary plus bonus and comprehensive benefits including
401K. Apply in person at the Optical department, or call
1-800-248-2255. EOE
Wage is $8.55 per hour and bonus based on productivity.
Seeking an energetic, positive LDO to work full-time with me in my new
Ballard office. Most importantly this person must truly enjoy working
with patients. Must also be computer savvy and self-motivated. VSP
knowledge is preferred but not necessary. Hours would be T-F 9:30- 6pm
and Sat 9-2. Salary DOE.
Email resume or questions to les.craddock@hotmail.com
Full-time optician position available in new Eastside office location.
Experience preferred; computer literacy necessary. For more information,
please call 425-453-9691 (ask for Gila); fax resumes to: 425-453-9812.
Optician needed for a three doctor, private practice in Battle Ground.
LDO or registered apprentice to assist the optical manager. 32 to 38
hours per week. Looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent
multi tasking skills and outstanding customer service skills. Must be
a "self-starter" and work well as a team player, but also able to work
independently on assigned projects. Applicant must be able to "switch
gears" accordingly to adjust to patient flow and be comfortable managing
multiple patients at one time. No lab work involved. Beautiful, brand
new office. Great working environment. No weekend hours. Applicant
must be available all hours of operation. Salary DOE. Forward resumes
to:
Andrew Bruce, LDO, ABOM
Optical Manager
PO Box 2546
Battle Ground, WA 98604
No phone calls. Resumes can be emailed to : asb_ldo@yahoo.com
or Fax: 360-666-8664
Seeking optician for vacation fill in Jan and possibly February.
Days worked per week is flexible. Optometric practice located
in Downtown Seattle. Please send resumes and questions to
ocularwiz@msn.com
OPTICIAN/OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN needed for busy Mill Creek practice.
Minimum 2 years experience required. Knowledge of frame adjustments,
dispensing, ordering glasses, insurance benefits, contact lens
trainings required. Experience in pre-testing, visual fields,
retinal imaging, pachymetry, topography, tonometry & C/L fittings
required. Ability to refract preferred. Position available for
full or part-time hours. If you have a great work ethic and
provide excellent customer service with an outgoing personality,
send your resume with desired salary & desired number of hours
per week to: officemanager@millcreekeye.com.
No phone calls please.
Optical Manager- Seattle
Eye Associates Northwest, PC is a premiere multi-specialty ophthalmology
group with 15 board-certified Ophthalmologists and Optometrists. Each
member of the Eye Associates team shares a common understanding that
positive patient experiences are of paramount importance. By respecting
both our patients and each other, we are able to provide superior customer
service and a great working environment.
We are seeking an Optical Manager who can rise to a challenge and drive our
optical business to the next level. This person will oversee four optical
clinics and must have the ability to manage all facets of supervising
multiple retail store operations, including but not limited to; the day-
to-day management of personnel, budgetary and inventory controls,
benchmarking and ensuring excellence in customer care. Candidates must have
a proven record in effective marketing with sales results, as well as the
ability to develop a business plan and be able to communicate ideas to a
wide range of staff and management.
All candidates will have an associates degree or equivalent from a two year
college/technical school or a combination of education with five years of
business management experience. Medical or Optical experience is highly
preferred.
This position offers a salary competitive with the national average and a
growth-based bonus plan. We offer a strong health and welfare benefit package,
including company-funded Long Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) matching after
1 year of service, and Profit Sharing. Additionally we will provide
reimbursement for traveling between clinics and paid parking for all locations.
Please email resume to Human Resources: jobs@eanw.net or fax: 206-342-6196
OPTICIAN LICENSED-DISPENSING (Part - Time)
Req #:
59452
Department:
RETAIL OPTOMETRY
Job Location:
Harborview Medical Center
Posting Date:
11/06/2009
Closing Info:
Open Until Filled
As the region's only Level I Trauma center, Harborview Medical Center
(HMC) is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and
its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD,
Center for Advanced Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (CARER), and
mentally-and medically- vulnerable populations. In addition to the
centers of emphasis, HMC serves a mission population for King County.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution
plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest
region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of
Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UW’s School of Medicine.
The UW is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and
research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our
pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community
service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and
professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for
diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic
pursuits, and natural beauty.
Under general supervision the dispensing optician coordinates the services
provided at the Harborview Optical shop. Services include selling,
fitting, dispensing, measuring, adjusting eyeglasses and optical devices
in accordance with written prescriptions. The dispensing optician will
also be responsible for ensuring high level customer services to all
clientele and for participating in departmental and divisional activities
to support quality improvement.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND TEAM BEHAVIORS:
•Promote and model an atmosphere of respect for human dignitiy and the
uniqueness of each person encountered in the optical shop.
•Greet all customers and families with a smile; communicate pleasantly
and in a manner that optimizes service excellence.
•Ensure positive and professional first impression of the optical shop
•Maintain pleasant atmosphere of waiting area
•Coordinate clerical activities for dispensing of optical devices
including verifying any sponsored coverage.
•Triage incoming calls appropriately to optometrist, shop or Eye
Institute as needed.
•Communicate various types of information to customers, optometrist,
and third party payers as needed.
•Demonstrate proactive, professional communication across and within
department to facilitate smooth workflow, and to ensure department
is positively represented throughout the organization.
•May support scheduling of optometry patients with physician in the shop.
•May have oversight of cashiering functions.
•Performs cashiering duties.
PATIENT CARE:
•Supports customer with appropriate facial measurements for eyeglass
selection, frame fitting and customer selection.
•Performs repairs, adjustments and delivery of eyewear.
•Coordinates appropriate clerical work for ordering/sending optical
devices to the eye lab for fabrication ensuring accuracy.
•Ensures orders are sent out timely and ensures accuracy of returned
orders.
•Notifies customers that orders have arrived for pick up.
•Provides customer support to clients when orders are picked up.
•May provide contact lens fitting support as directed by the
optometrist.
•Provides instructions to customers on contact lenses application
and care.
RETAIL TASKS:
•Works with contracted vendors and labs purchasing supplies and inventory.
•Ensures profitability of the retail area by selecting appropriate product
mix and pricing.
•Educates customers on available upgrades, options and benefits of
additional products.
•Performs housekeeping duties as needed including maintaining towers,
counters, mirrors and displays
•Opens and closes retail shop in accordance with HMC Policies and
procedures.
•Prepares daily sales close-out reports according to HMC policies
and procedures.
•Ensure office supply levels meet shop needs.
•Act as an initial point of contact for customer complaints for retail
shop issues. Requirements: Washington State Dispensing Optician License
Desired: DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•3-5 years experience dispensing a variety of prescriptive optical devices
•High level customer service, teamwork and communication skills.
•Knowledge of optical and medical terminology. The University of Washington
is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability
accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services
Office at 206.543.6450 / 206.543.6452 (tty) or dso@u.washington.edu.
Kristen Fife
Global Sourcing Specialist, Recruiting
University of Washington/Harborview Medical Center
kmfife@uw.edu
(206) 598-7704
Private optometry office in the Everett area seeks experienced Licensed
Dispensing Optician or apprentice. Spanish speaking a benefit but not
required. This office has been at this location for many years but we
are in the process of moving to a "New" facility within a mile of the
current location. Very competitive pay scale, medical-dental, paid
vacations and holidays. Respond to this ad with a cover letter, resume
and desired salary @ optical@bartletteye.com You may also respond by
faxing, attn: Sandy B 425-820-0474. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Lake Stevens Target Optical is looking for full or part time Licensed or
apprentice dispensing optician with great sense of fashion and style who
is all about delivering platinum guest experience. Target Optical is part
of Luxottica Retail, the worldwide fashion leader for eyeglasses and
sunglasses. we are changing the way people buy glasses as only Target can.
we're turning a dull and boring experience into one that's simple, fun
and in style and we are looking for people who can bring this vision to
life. Target Optical offers associates great pay, training and benefits.
If you are interested please send your resume to: Mehrsab@yahoo.com or
fax 425-334-4997.
Title: Contact Lens Specialist/Technician Needed
Company: The Eye Group
Location: Bremerton, WA
Contact: Randy Allen
Contact Info: Randy@theeyegroup.com or fax resume to 561-852-1171
Description: A Contact Lens Technician Specialist is needed to join
the most complete group of eye care specialists in the Northwest.
Bring your skill and experience to a team whose utmost concern is
the patient and their vision. For further information, on a strictly
confidential basis, please forward your resume to Randy Allen via
email to randy@theeyegroup.com or fax it to 561-852-1171.
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