Optician/Optometric Assistant

General Statement of Responsibilities:

Assist patients in choosing eyewear as well as dispensing and adjusting glasses. Transcribe prescriptions, order glasses/lenses from optical labs, and maintain display cases and frame selections. Assist optometrist with obtaining fundus photos, visual field and clinical data. Perform insertion and removal classes for contacts with patients.

This is a .80 FTE with flexibility to hire at a higher FTE. Days and hours of work are Monday-Friday 8:45or 9:30- 4:45 with no evenings or weekends. Salary range is $22.17- $23.77 hourly dependent on qualifications and experience.

Job responsibilities

Serve and communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds, communities and cultures.

Computer proficiency (Google Suite, word, excel, EHR)

Excellent communication skills

Measure complete spectacle prescription on lensometer including lens material and prism..

Assist patients in choosing eyewear, dispense glasses to patients and make adjustments. Troubleshoot and resolve the problems the patient may be experiencing with glasses.

Take measurements for glasses; complete orders for eyewear; send orders to the lab and once the lab delivers the finished product -verify that the correct prescription is in the glasses before dispensing them to the patient. Return any defective products to the lab and inform the patient about the status of their glasses.

Collect all payments for glasses before sending the order to the lab.

Give out lens prescriptions to outside optical shops when requested by the patient.

Call patients when glasses are ready for pick-up and return patient phone calls in a timely manner.

Meet with lens sales representatives to maintain frame reps inventory. Keep abreast of new lens materials and optical products.

Monitor optical sales and suggest marketing ideas to promote optical sales. Help with the annual trunk show.

Dust the frames and keep the optical area clean and well organized

Make appointments for patients

Take fundus photos and perform visual field testing- will train

Help with collecting patient information before they see a doctor- will train

More details will be provided during the interview. Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Three years of opticianry experience with or without certification from the American Board of Opticians or equivalent certifying agency.
• Experience in retail optical with fitting glasses etc.
• Experience with optical terminology and optical equipment.
• Excellent communications skills. Must be excellent at multitasking and computer skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting a culture that respects and advances diversity and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

About Boynton Health, Eye Clinic

Boynton.umn.edu

Boynton Health, a nationally recognized leader in college health, is transforming health and academic success for students. Our mission is to create a healthy community by working with students, faculty and staff to achieve physical, emotional and social well-being. Boynton provides comprehensive health care to students, faculty and staff. Boynton conducts significant outreach efforts including student-led health promotion in the areas of sexual health, nutrition and stress management. It conducts a comprehensive survey of college students to give postsecondary institutions a look at the health of their students. And it conducts community-based public health initiatives to support the health of everyone on campus.

Pay Range: $22.17- $23.77 hourly; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 80% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.