Job Description

Red Deer Eye Care Centre is looking for an enthusiastic Optician with experience fitting contact lenses.

We are a fast-paced, family-oriented optometry office serving thousands of Central Albertans yearly since 1940. We take pride in customer service and providing customized eyewear solutions for our patients. If you want to join the largest eye care provider in Central Alberta then we want to hear from you!

What we offer:

Dynamic, positive, challenging, and rewarding team-oriented work environment that promotes both individual and team development Progressive , ongoing training and career development opportunities Competitive salary Benefits including optical, dental, health, disability and life insurance (full time employment only)

Responsibilities:

Providing excellent patient care and customer experience Educating patients about and selecting the eyewear products best suited for their lifestyle and budget Educating patients on the care, insertion, and removal of contact lenses Assessing the fit of soft, rigid, hybrid, and scleral contact lenses (in conjunction with an optometrist as/if needed) Ability to troubleshoot various contact lens complications, again with the assistance of an optometrist as needed Adjusting and repairing frames Submitting insurance claims and receiving payments Becoming cross-trained on scheduling appointments, covering front desk

What we require:

Passion for helping people see and feel their best Proficient computer knowledge, ideally including VisualEyes software (will train) Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and phone skills Reliable and punctual - must be available to work days, Wednesday evenings (7pm) and Saturdays (9-2pm). Evenings and Saturdays are on a rotation Minimum 1 years' experience in an optical environment is required
Please send the following to info@reddeereyecare.com Attention: Koren

Cover letter Resume Salary expectation must be on cover letter. Please also note if you require a full-time position.
Thank you for your interest. To learn more about our practice, visit www.reddeereyecare.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Please note only qualified applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person