Lens Examiner Job Description Sample

Description: The Contact Lens Fitter is responsible for the fitting of all softand gas permeable contact lenses, orderingand delivery of contact lenses.The Contact Lens Fitter is also responsible for adhering to current departmental policesand procedures.

Essential Functions:

Upholds KP's Policiesand Procedures, Principles of Responsibilitiesand applicable state, federaland local laws

Instruct patient on all aspects of lens wear through verbaland written instructionsand hands on (insertionand removal) practice

Explain contact lens fees, refund policiesand lens replacement agreements to patients

Measuring of corneal curvature (using keratometer)and pupil aperture for correct lens specifications

Observe patients' eye (using slit lamp) for pathological conditionsand refer to ophthalmologist or optometrist for treatment

Measuring of corneal curvature (using keratometer)and pupil aperture for correct lens specifications

Select lens material, conductand evaluate (including use of instilling fluorescein to eye) diagnostic fitting of contact lenses using Slit lamp

Documentation of all findings on Medical recordand other charts if needed

Complete all appropriate forms including: Contact lens processing record, Rx cards, Medi-Caland Medi-Care forms, etc

Make future appointments when necessary

Perform all other duties as required, including clerical as necessary, to ensure proper handling of contact lens patients

As a representative of the organization, display courtesy to all patients, visitorsand employees, through the use of good mannersand polite communications

Pay Grade: 25

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

Three (3) years recent contact lens fitting experience under the direction of a licensed Optician, Optometrist or Ophthalmologist.

Education

High School diploma/GED.

License, Certification, Registration

National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) certification.

Additional Requirements:

Ability to perform preliminary vision tests, obtain patient history information, modifyand polish contact lenses andinstruct patients on proper careand use of contact lenses

Ability to use contact lens modification unit, radiuscope, lensometer, slit-lamp biomicroscope, Burton lamp, auto refractor, keratometer, tonometerand CL diagnostic fitting sets.

Preferred Qualifications:

Spanish speaking preferred.

Good problem solving skills/abilities.

Notes:

This is a part time position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need.

Travel to all Orange County Optometry offices is required for operations backfill and coverage needs.

Saturdays are required and will be scheduled per contract language.

Posting is for 32 hours plus (32+).

This position will be part of optometry departmental seniority for all contact lens fitters in Orange County regardless of cost-centers used for funding (one seniority pool for all orange county).

Primary Location: California,Tustin,Tustin Ranch Medical Offices Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Shift:

Day Workdays: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start: 9:30 AM Working Hours End: 6:00 PM Job Schedule: Part-time Job Type:

Standard Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: United Healthcare Workers

• West Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Category:
  
  Patient Care Services (Non RN) Department: Tustin Ranch Vision Essentials

• Optometry Dept. Travel: No

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.

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• Optical sales experience. Supervising experience is preferred.

• Maintain Optical license in states that require licensure.

• Proven ability to lead, coach and build associate relationships.

• Sound understanding of store operations and standards for success.

• Strong communication skills (both oral and written) for effective management of teams.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Strong organizational skills for planning work and continuously monitoring progress towards goals.

• Ability to analyze, create, and understand financial reports.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems of varied scope.

• ABO and NCLE Certified (Recommended).

What are the benefits?

National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more. Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

National Vision, Inc. (NVI) is one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are looking for an Assistant Contact Lens Manager to join our growing team. The Assistant Contact Lens Manager assists the General Manager with store operations and ensures that the contact lens department operates in accordance with the company policies and procedures. This position oversees the Optometric Technician and the Receptionist.

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Monitor and achieve profit, sales and performance goals (i.e. reviewing the P&L).

• Optimize and oversee the contact lens department to ensure efficiency and compliance with company's policies and operational guidelines.

• Convey a commitment to providing outstanding customer service and ensure all associates do the same.

• Ensure quality standards are met. Review remakes and enforce policies to ensure compliance.

• Oversee the instruction to customers on the insertion and removal of contact lenses. Ensure Contact Lens Technician follows company protocol.

• Perform dispensing duties as necessary, if permitted by state law.

• Communicate with the General Manager, District Manager, and Corporate Office and provide store reporting as required.

• Ensure store promotions, advertising, and visual merchandising are in place and all associates and doctors are aware of current promotions.

• Supervise and motivate the Optometric Technician and Receptionist and ensure the timely completion of day-to-day functions.

• Assist the General Manager with forecasting staffing needs, recruiting, selecting and retaining a high caliber staff.

• Motivate associates to exceed performance standards.

• Retail and/or Optical experience is preferred.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers.

• Ability to learn optical knowledge.

• Effective interpersonal skills.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Detailed oriented. Must be able to accurately transcribe words and numbers.

• Multitasking and time-management skills.

• Professional attitude and appearance.

What are the benefits?

National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more. Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

National Vision, Inc. (NVI) is one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are looking for a Contact Lens Sales to join our growing team. The Contact Lens Sales assists with contact lens transactions as well as dispensing and care of contact lenses and related items.

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Greet customers in a friendly manner and ensure high quality customer service.

• Instruct customers on insertion and removal of contact lenses according to company protocol.

• Provide contact lens patients information on the care and maintenance of their new contact lens.

• Accurately and completely enter contact lens orders in the POS system.

• Promote sales of the Eye Care Club.

• Ensure all customer paperwork is completed accurately to prevent cash overage/storage.

• Assist in dispensing eyeglasses and contact lenses to customers, where applicable by law.

• Manage contact lens supplies.

• Ensure all company portal functions are done accurately on a daily basis, which includes; appointment scheduling, rebooks, confirmation call backs, training assessments, store tasks and questions from managed care and the labs etc.

• Optical sales experience. Supervising experience is preferred.

• Maintain Optical license in states that require licensure.

• Proven ability to lead, coach and build associate relationships.

• Sound understanding of store operations and standards for success.

• Strong communication skills (both oral and written) for effective management of teams.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Strong organizational skills for planning work and continuously monitoring progress towards goals.

• Ability to analyze, create, and understand financial reports.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems of varied scope.

• ABO and NCLE Certified (Recommended).

What are the benefits?

National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more. Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

National Vision, Inc. (NVI) is one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are looking for an Assistant Contact Lens Manager to join our growing team. The Assistant Contact Lens Manager assists the General Manager with store operations and ensures that the contact lens department operates in accordance with the company policies and procedures. This position oversees the Optometric Technician and the Receptionist.

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Monitor and achieve profit, sales and performance goals (i.e. reviewing the P&L).

• Optimize and oversee the contact lens department to ensure efficiency and compliance with company's policies and operational guidelines.

• Convey a commitment to providing outstanding customer service and ensure all associates do the same.

• Ensure quality standards are met. Review remakes and enforce policies to ensure compliance.

• Oversee the instruction to customers on the insertion and removal of contact lenses. Ensure Contact Lens Technician follows company protocol.

• Perform dispensing duties as necessary, if permitted by state law.

• Communicate with the General Manager, District Manager, and Corporate Office and provide store reporting as required.

• Ensure store promotions, advertising, and visual merchandising are in place and all associates and doctors are aware of current promotions.

• Supervise and motivate the Optometric Technician and Receptionist and ensure the timely completion of day-to-day functions.

• Assist the General Manager with forecasting staffing needs, recruiting, selecting and retaining a high caliber staff.

• Motivate associates to exceed performance standards.

• Retail and/or Optical experience is preferred.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers.

• Ability to learn optical knowledge.

• Effective interpersonal skills.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Detailed oriented. Must be able to accurately transcribe words and numbers.

• Multitasking and time-management skills.

• Professional attitude and appearance.

What are the benefits?

National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more. Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

National Vision, Inc. (NVI) is one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are looking for a Contact Lens Sales to join our growing team. The Contact Lens Sales assists with contact lens transactions as well as dispensing and care of contact lenses and related items.

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Greet customers in a friendly manner and ensure high quality customer service.

• Instruct customers on insertion and removal of contact lenses according to company protocol.

• Provide contact lens patients information on the care and maintenance of their new contact lens.

• Accurately and completely enter contact lens orders in the POS system.

• Promote sales of the Eye Care Club.

• Ensure all customer paperwork is completed accurately to prevent cash overage/storage.

• Assist in dispensing eyeglasses and contact lenses to customers, where applicable by law.

• Manage contact lens supplies.

• Ensure all company portal functions are done accurately on a daily basis, which includes; appointment scheduling, rebooks, confirmation call backs, training assessments, store tasks and questions from managed care and the labs etc.

• Optical sales experience. Supervising experience is preferred.

• Maintain Optical license in states that require licensure.

• Proven ability to lead, coach and build associate relationships.

• Sound understanding of store operations and standards for success.

• Strong communication skills (both oral and written) for effective management of teams.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Strong organizational skills for planning work and continuously monitoring progress towards goals.

• Ability to analyze, create, and understand financial reports.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems of varied scope.

• ABO and NCLE Certified (Recommended).

What are the benefits?

National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more. Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

National Vision, Inc. (NVI) is one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are looking for an Assistant Contact Lens Manager to join our growing team. The Assistant Contact Lens Manager assists the General Manager with store operations and ensures that the contact lens department operates in accordance with the company policies and procedures. This position oversees the Optometric Technician and the Receptionist.

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Monitor and achieve profit, sales and performance goals (i.e. reviewing the P&L).

• Optimize and oversee the contact lens department to ensure efficiency and compliance with company's policies and operational guidelines.

• Convey a commitment to providing outstanding customer service and ensure all associates do the same.

• Ensure quality standards are met. Review remakes and enforce policies to ensure compliance.

• Oversee the instruction to customers on the insertion and removal of contact lenses. Ensure Contact Lens Technician follows company protocol.

• Perform dispensing duties as necessary, if permitted by state law.

• Communicate with the General Manager, District Manager, and Corporate Office and provide store reporting as required.

• Ensure store promotions, advertising, and visual merchandising are in place and all associates and doctors are aware of current promotions.

• Supervise and motivate the Optometric Technician and Receptionist and ensure the timely completion of day-to-day functions.

• Assist the General Manager with forecasting staffing needs, recruiting, selecting and retaining a high caliber staff.

• Motivate associates to exceed performance standards.

• Optical sales experience. Supervising experience is preferred.

• Maintain Optical license in states that require licensure.

• Proven ability to lead, coach and build associate relationships.

• Sound understanding of store operations and standards for success.

• Strong communication skills (both oral and written) for effective management of teams.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Strong organizational skills for planning work and continuously monitoring progress towards goals.

• Ability to analyze, create, and understand financial reports.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems of varied scope.

• ABO and NCLE Certified (Recommended).

What are the benefits?

National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more. Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

National Vision, Inc. (NVI) is one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are looking for an Assistant Contact Lens Manager to join our growing team. The Assistant Contact Lens Manager assists the General Manager with store operations and ensures that the contact lens department operates in accordance with the company policies and procedures. This position oversees the Optometric Technician and the Receptionist.

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Monitor and achieve profit, sales and performance goals (i.e. reviewing the P&L).

• Optimize and oversee the contact lens department to ensure efficiency and compliance with company's policies and operational guidelines.

• Convey a commitment to providing outstanding customer service and ensure all associates do the same.

• Ensure quality standards are met. Review remakes and enforce policies to ensure compliance.

• Oversee the instruction to customers on the insertion and removal of contact lenses. Ensure Contact Lens Technician follows company protocol.

• Perform dispensing duties as necessary, if permitted by state law.

• Communicate with the General Manager, District Manager, and Corporate Office and provide store reporting as required.

• Ensure store promotions, advertising, and visual merchandising are in place and all associates and doctors are aware of current promotions.

• Supervise and motivate the Optometric Technician and Receptionist and ensure the timely completion of day-to-day functions.

• Assist the General Manager with forecasting staffing needs, recruiting, selecting and retaining a high caliber staff.

• Motivate associates to exceed performance standards.

• Optical sales experience. Supervising experience is preferred.

• Maintain Optical license in states that require licensure.

• Proven ability to lead, coach and build associate relationships.

• Sound understanding of store operations and standards for success.

• Strong communication skills (both oral and written) for effective management of teams.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Strong organizational skills for planning work and continuously monitoring progress towards goals.

• Ability to analyze, create, and understand financial reports.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems of varied scope.

• ABO and NCLE Certified (Recommended).

What are the benefits?

National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more. Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

National Vision, Inc. (NVI) is one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are looking for an Assistant Contact Lens Manager to join our growing team. The Assistant Contact Lens Manager assists the General Manager with store operations and ensures that the contact lens department operates in accordance with the company policies and procedures. This position oversees the Optometric Technician and the Receptionist.

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Monitor and achieve profit, sales and performance goals (i.e. reviewing the P&L).

• Optimize and oversee the contact lens department to ensure efficiency and compliance with company's policies and operational guidelines.

• Convey a commitment to providing outstanding customer service and ensure all associates do the same.

• Ensure quality standards are met. Review remakes and enforce policies to ensure compliance.

• Oversee the instruction to customers on the insertion and removal of contact lenses. Ensure Contact Lens Technician follows company protocol.

• Perform dispensing duties as necessary, if permitted by state law.

• Communicate with the General Manager, District Manager, and Corporate Office and provide store reporting as required.

• Ensure store promotions, advertising, and visual merchandising are in place and all associates and doctors are aware of current promotions.

• Supervise and motivate the Optometric Technician and Receptionist and ensure the timely completion of day-to-day functions.

• Assist the General Manager with forecasting staffing needs, recruiting, selecting and retaining a high caliber staff.

• Motivate associates to exceed performance standards.

• Retail and/or Optical experience is preferred.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers.

• Ability to learn optical knowledge.

• Effective interpersonal skills.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Detailed oriented. Must be able to accurately transcribe words and numbers.

• Multitasking and time-management skills.

• Professional attitude and appearance.

What are the benefits?

National Vision offers a competitive benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Personal Time Off, and much more. Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

National Vision, Inc. (NVI) is one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are looking for a Contact Lens Sales to join our growing team. The Contact Lens Sales assists with contact lens transactions as well as dispensing and care of contact lenses and related items.

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Greet customers in a friendly manner and ensure high quality customer service.

• Instruct customers on insertion and removal of contact lenses according to company protocol.

• Provide contact lens patients information on the care and maintenance of their new contact lens.

• Accurately and completely enter contact lens orders in the POS system.

• Promote sales of the Eye Care Club.

• Ensure all customer paperwork is completed accurately to prevent cash overage/storage.

• Assist in dispensing eyeglasses and contact lenses to customers, where applicable by law.

• Manage contact lens supplies.

• Ensure all company portal functions are done accurately on a daily basis, which includes; appointment scheduling, rebooks, confirmation call backs, training assessments, store tasks and questions from managed care and the labs etc.