Optical Sales Associate – HigherEdJobs

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Optical Sales Associate provides optical support for the University of Incarnate Word’s Rosenberg School of Optometry (UIWRSO) clinical network.

This position is primarily responsible for assisting with frame and lens selection, optical orders, fitting, and dispensing of spectacles and processing of invoices and insurance claims.

The Optical Sales Associate reports to the Assistant Optical Manager-Bowden.

Benefits

UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Job Duty Name
Optician

Description of Job Duties

• Provides assistance with selection of eyewear to include fitting and measurements.
• Collects patient financial and demographic information.
• Determines eligibility for insurance materials and provides patients with guidance on appropriate selection.
• Reviews lab orders and invoices for accuracy prior to submission for payment.
• Processes invoices and insurance claims.
• Verifies the accuracy of all incoming eyewear orders to ensure quality within the guidelines of applicable ANSI standards.
• Cut lenses for frames with the edger as needed.
• Dispenses eyewear using proper optician protocols.
• Performs necessary adjustments to eyewear for proper fit.
• Maintains the dispensary.
• Performs routine maintenance and upkeep of optical equipment.
• Manages inventory in accordance with protocols.
• Provides guidance and instruction to optometry interns on how to operate a successful optical dispensary to include performing quality checks on orders taken by interns.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals.
• Ability to provide quality care to customers.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required Work Experience

• At least two (2) years of work experience as an Optician in optical dispensing.
• Experience working with electronic medical records.
• Experience in a work setting with medical office procedures and HIPAA compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as an Optician in a teaching institution or private practice.
• ABO Certification.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• Must have a valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured through UIW’s vehicle insurance carrier.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Work Hours

• This position is primarily located at 2547 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78203.
• The work hours for this position area Monday-Friday 9am-6pm and one Saturday
• per month 9am-4pm.
• Employee will have Sunday and one day off during the week (TBD) when scheduled to work a Saturday.
• UIWRSO personnel will be subject to the leave and holiday policies of the School of Optometry and its clinical services, which may differ from those of UIW.

Physical Demands

None specified.

Posting Number: AS1906PO

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category: Staff (non-exempt)

Desired Start Date: 03/01/2024

Reports to: Assistant Optical Manager

Salary: 30,00-32,000

Open Date: 02/23/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).