Job Summary:
Join our team at Ritzinger Optometric Clinic as an Optician/Optometric Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service and assisting patients with their optical needs. We are seeking a dedicated individual with a passion for sales and a strong background in optical and/or optometric assisting. We are currently looking to hire for both our clinic and optical department at this time. Several years' optical experience appreciated but not required.
Responsibilities:
-Assist in administrative and clinical duties such as preliminary testing and making appointments
- Greet customers warmly and exceed their needs
- Assist customers in selecting eyewear frames that complement their style and prescription
- Provide accurate information about lens options, coatings, and treatments
- Process transactions efficiently and accurately
- Utilize optical terminology to address patient inquiries
- Collaborate with the optical team to ensure smooth operations in the clinic
- Maintain a clean and organized sales floor to enhance the shopping experience
- Stay updated on product knowledge and industry trends to offer informed recommendations
Requirements:
- Proven experience in retail sales, preferably in an optical or medical setting
- Knowledge of laboratory procedures related to optical products
- Familiarity with senior care needs and considerations for eyewear selection
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with customers
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Be able to work well on a team but be self-motivated while working alone
At Ritzinger Optometric Clinic, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service and premium eyewear products. Please apply online
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to work posted business hours?
Mon/Thurs: 8-7
Tues/Wed: 7-5
Fri: 7:30-5
Experience:
- Optical: 2 years (Preferred)
- Customer Service: 5 years (Preferred)
- Sales: 2 years (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- River Falls, WI (Required)
Work Location: In person