Apprentice Optician - Eyewear Consultant
Company: Bridgeview Eye Partners
Location: Lambertville
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: An optician is an eye care professional that
counsels patients through the eyewear selection process, educating
patients on doctor recommendations that will give them the best
possible vision. The optician not only advises patients on the best
lens options for their prescription but also creates a fun shopping
environment through the selection of fashionable eyewear. The
ability to communicate and provide superior customer service that
fosters long-lasting relationships is an important skill required
for this position. This position utilizes creative design skills in
the creation and maintenance of displays of optical merchandise and
inventory within the optical area. This position also utilizes
strong administrative skills in completing tasks such as
calculating co-pays, reviewing insurance eligibility, and preparing
work orders for the optical lab. WHAT WE OFFER: Starting wage based
on previous experience 6.5 paid holidays per year Approximately 10
days of PTO within first year Full slate of benefits to include
health, dental, vision, and 401k Wage increase & career development
opportunities through company-paid certification Licensure
reimbursement & Continuing Ed sponsorship ESSENTIAL
RESPONSIBILITIES : Assist patients in the selection process of
spectacles, providing education on quality choices, lens selection,
and frame styling to fit their lifestyle and prescription.
Calculate insurance co-pay based on insurance eligibility.
Accurately enter spectacle orders; ensure timely delivery by
monitoring status on a daily basis. Receive spectacle orders into
system, verify order, notify patients, and schedule dispensing.
Contact patients for follow up on progress of adapting to dispensed
eyewear and prescribed contacts. Perform spectacle adjustments and
repairs when necessary. Troubleshoot patient concerns with eyewear
when necessary. Educate patients on the care of prescribed eyewear.
Maintain inventory pertaining to all aspects of the optical retail
area, including lab supplies. Report inventory as required.
Maintain displays of optical merchandise. Monitor patient flow
throughout appointment, properly communicating delays to other
departments. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: High school diploma, or
equivalent, required Prior sales or retail experience preferred.
Prior medical office experience preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND
WORK ENVIRONMENT (per ADA guidelines): Physical Activity: Standing,
Walking, Stooping, Grasping, Typing, and Manual dexterity. The
worker is required to have visual and verbal acuity to determine
the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds on a
regular basis from floor to waist, 5 pounds from waist to shoulder,
and 5 pounds from shoulder to overhead. Work Environment:
Professional medical office environment.
Keywords: Bridgeview Eye Partners, Toledo , Apprentice Optician - Eyewear Consultant, Healthcare , Lambertville, Ohio
