
Store - Optometric Technician
- Chicago, IL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Greets guests without delay when they enter the Shows urgency in providing service to guests and satisfying their needs.
- Determines the reason for the guest's visit; in store explains how to shop at Target Optical; in Doctor’s office explains all required paperwork, tests, products and services as well as the appropriate time frame.
- Is attentive to details; reviews prescriptions and/or patient information carefully; identifies special needs, consulting with Opticians, Doctor or Retail Management when necessary.
- Shows patience and courtesy to indecisive or difficult guests and patients.
- Performs work accurately and thoroughly despite time pressure and guest volume. Identifies situations involving unsatisfied guests and acts quickly for resolution.
- Demonstrates knowledge of appointment book/scheduling procedures and computer operation/procedures.
- Handles and files all patient records in an organized and efficient manner.
- Places contact lens orders, processes shipments and properly submits invoices for payment.
- Accurately operates the POS system, when required, collecting proper payment following
- Takes pride in the appearance of the store and shows initiative in keeping the displays clean, attractive and organized.
- Informs management of potential safety opportunities.
- Demonstrates safe work practices.
- Complies with all safety/regulatory requirements ensuring supplies/chemicals are stored and used appropriately.
- Performs all pre-examination testing with accuracy and attention to detail; takes the initiative to explain all measurements and answers any questions the patient may have.
- Utilizes clinical and product knowledge, provides coaching and guidance to patients on the care and handling of contact lenses.
- Maintains and disinfects contact lens inventory; provides clinical support to the Optometrist as needed.
- Minimum of one-year strong guest service skills (internal/external)
- High School Graduate /GED or equivalent experience
- Strong communicator and listener to guests and associates.
- Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Strong interpersonal skills (friendly, caring, patient)
- Sales skills
- Knowledge of store merchandise
- Familiarity with cash register, computers and calculators
- Previous experience in guest service, retail or optical