Southland Eye Associates

12/28/2024

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Systane Eye Drops Recall: If you use Systane drops for dry eyes, please read this notice:

Fort Worth, Texas. Alcon Laboratories is voluntarily recalling one (1) lot of Systane Lubricant Eye Drops Ultra PF, Single Vials On-the-Go, 25 count (Lot 10101) to the consumer level. Alcon evaluated a consumer complaint of foreign material observed inside a sealed single use vial and determined th

12/20/2024

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11/28/2024

This Thanksgiving, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to care for your vision and be a part of your health journey.

Your trust and support mean so much to us, and we look forward to continuing to serve you in the years ahead.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Warm regards,

Drs. Lipschultz, Sirhan, & The Southland Eye Associates Team

11/20/2024

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12/10/2023

In the news: Santa Ana winds blow in Southern California- The Grinch loses contact lens!

05/12/2023

Saturday, May 13 2023 ONE DAY ONLY!
Optical TRUNK SHOW at Southland Eye!

01/27/2022

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month! Did you know that glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide? Learn below why it's important to get screened for glaucoma annually!

07/16/2021

Dr. Lipschultz and the team at Southland Eye Associates welcome Dr. Erica Tritsch to the practice. Learn more about Dr. Tritsch here: https://www.southlandeye.com/welcome-dr-erica-tritsch/. Contact our office at 708-481-4600 to schedule appointments.

03/24/2021

Optician / Frame Stylist

WE WILL CONSIDER TRAINING THE RIGHT INDIVIDUAL!

Full or Part Time available

To apply:
1) Email your resume
2) provide a contact phone number for initial phone interview.
2) Share a brief note in your email sharing your experience and why you feel you are a good fit for the job

Job details:
Salary - from $15 and up depending upon experience and training required.

Qualifications
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Sales Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Full Job Description
Optician/Frame Stylist is a unique service, given that it bridges function and fashion! The purpose of this position is to provide quality service while satisfying the needs of our patients through the frame selection, sale, and dispensing of eyeglasses under the direction of our doctors. Many of our patients have been dedicated to our office for 30 years or more: Quality and genuine concern for patient satisfaction is our goal.

Our office is open daily, with one evening, and every Saturday (partial day).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Personally assist patients by giving prompt, courteous and professional service
Assist patients in frame and lens selection
Accurately measure and order patients spectacles.
Accurately complete required paperwork
Sell optical Eyewear and contact lenses in accordance with professional standards and in compliance with Federal, state and local regulations.
Verify accuracy of completed orders.
Handle patient questions and concerns in a professional and courteous manner.
Share office maintenance and cleaning duties with co-workers by maintaining well organized work areas;
Accurate record keeping
Courteous greeting patients while in the office, answering phones.
Assist co-workers as needed.
Comply with privacy policy, procedures, and federal, state and local regulatory requirements.
Build productive trusting relationships with patients.
Uphold company standards to professional behavior in all aspects of patient interactions.
Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position Specific Competencies:
A sense of style: identify and support patient preferences with respect to eyeglass frame styles, lens options, and other add-ons.
Accuracy in documentation
Ethical Conduct
Communication Proficiency such as persuasive communication
Willing to learn and maintain Product Knowledge
Good Selling Skills: BUT sales as it relates to appropriate options for the patient/purchaser
Listening skills and identifying potential selling opportunities
Assist patients in making purchase decisions
Learn and maintain ongoing updates to insurance filing protocols for vision care
Work with your team
Problem Solving and developing alternative solutions is a desirable skill
Pursue ongoing training and development
Education and/or Experience Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Should have a minimum of one year retail sales
Experience in retail sales is a plus. Dealing with fashion options, brand preferences and coloring
Previous optical sales experience welcomed.

Language Skills Needed:
Excellent oral and written communication skills (high level of English is a necessity).

Mathematical Skills Required:
Basic math skills for calculating (addition, subtraction and %) to support the insurance filing requirements

Computer Skills:
Basic computer skills a plus (adding/editing patient information, entering insurance details, writing and entering job orders)

Certificates, licenses and registrations:
N/A

Other Skills and Abilities:
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
Maintains a professional image
High level of energy and ambition to realize a positive impact

Other Qualifications:
Optical sales experience would be VERY helpful, however we will consider training the right person with the right work history.

Physical Demands on the Role:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Includes lifting up to 25 lbs

Benefits:
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Supplemental Pay:
Bonus pay

Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:
Sales Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Hours per week:
Part time (20+) or Full time (32+)

Pay frequency:
Every other week

Work includes:
Weekends

Paid Training:
Yes

Management:
You will report to the Team Lead

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture

This Job Is:
Good for new grads, or individuals re-entering the workforce.