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Licensed Optician

Company Description

America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The America’s Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting. Each location combines both parts of the optical equation – eyewear and eye care – into one excellent experience at a single low price.

For more details about America's Best, visit AmericasBest.com.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

Our strong force of talented opticians and associates help customers see their best to live their best. By selling, fitting and dispensing eyewear to customers with superb customer service, our opticians ensure our standard of excellence is never compromised – and they’re rewarded for that with an impressive benefits package.

How would you like Sundays off? Yes, every Sunday we’re closed!

Job Description

What would you do? – The Specifics

Meet National Vision’s sales and company objectives.
Follow the America’s Best “Code of Excellence” to ensure customer satisfaction by creating a warm and welcoming environment for customers.
Assist with dispensing eyeglasses and contact lenses to customers.
Perform insertion and removal training of contact lenses to customers.
Educate clients on proper eyeglass and contact lens care.
Maintain accurate and organized patient records.
Maintain visual merchandising according to Brand and Company Standards.
Mentor potential Apprentice Opticians as permitted by law.

Qualifications

Are you the right fit? – The Suitable Talent

Previous retail experience preferred, but not required.
Maintain license, as required by state.
Strong selling skills, aimed at meeting both the store’s and self-sales targets, by following company policies.
Strong customer service skills.
Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Detailed oriented.
Multitasking and time-management skills.
Professional attitude and appearance.

Additional Information

Taking care of our people

We understand the importance of financial health and security, and because of that, we provide competitive compensation to all Associates – including bonus potential for every position in the store! We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401k retirement savings with company match, flex spending account, paid personal time off, paid company holidays, parental leave, employee eyewear discount and much, much more. At National Vision, we strive to deliver opportunities for professional growth and long-term career fulfillment. We provide training programs, access to educational courses and pride ourselves on the ever-increasing amount of promotions from within.

Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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What You Should Know About Licensed Optician, National Vision

As a Licensed Optician at America's Best in the Bronx, NY, you'll be a crucial part of a team that's dedicated to enhancing our customers’ visual experiences. America's Best is a part of National Vision – a leader in affordable eye care and eyewear across the U.S. Imagine a workplace that offers you Sundays off, a supportive environment, and a chance to empower customers to see their best! Your daily tasks will be varied and meaningful. You'll meet objectives that align with National Vision's mission, and you'll follow our 'Code of Excellence' to foster a welcoming atmosphere for all customers. This role is not just about dispensing eyeglasses and contact lenses; it's about creating an experience for each client, educating them on eye care, and providing personalized training for contact lens use. You will keep meticulous patient records and maintain visual merchandising according to our high standards. If you're passionate about eye care and have a knack for strong selling and customer service skills, you’ll thrive in this role. Additionally, at America's Best, we value growth, offering training and career advancement opportunities. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including benefits such as health insurance and a generous employee eyewear discount. Join us at America's Best and be part of a company that believes that everyone deserves to see their best to live their best.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Licensed Optician Role at National Vision

What does a Licensed Optician do at America's Best?

A Licensed Optician at America's Best is responsible for selling, fitting, and dispensing eyewear to customers while ensuring top-notch customer service. They create a welcoming environment, assist with contact lens training, educate clients on proper eyewear care, and maintain organized patient records.