Description

: Conducts fitting, ordering, adjusting and minor repair of eyeglasses and contact lenses. Coordinates care from receiving the eyewear prescription, measurements, ordering and working successfully with eyewear vendors and labs to dispense eyewear.

Principle Responsibilities Customer service and coordination.Maintains customer and vendor schedules.Answers calls, questions and concerns from customers and suppliers.Assists patients with eyewear returns and minor adjustments.Performs eyewear measurements and completes the prescription order.Assists in teaching contact lens insertion, removal & care of contact lenses.Place orders for contact lenses, as per doctors prescription.Receive contact lenses and call patients letting them know of product arrivalEnsures trial contact lens supplies are monitored and maintainedCollects retail payments and daily reconciliation. Department and inventory organization and maintenance.Works with lab and vendors to maintain a current, quality selection of eyewear.Orders supplies and frames to maintain optical shop inventory. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description

Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED 2+ years optician experience 2+ years knowledge of complete eye exam tests and procedures

Licenses/Certifications Certified Optician - American Board of Opticianry required upon hire

Physical Demands Light Work: Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently Pay Range Pay Range: $24.08 to $33.00 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events. Benefits include: Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Paid Caregiver Leave

Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer