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Job description
Company Description
Planet Vision EyeCare is an established optometry practice in Lake Worth, FL. Our office provides comprehensive eye exams & contact lens fittings;
dry eye treatments suchas IPL & OptiLIFT;
speciality contact lenses, such as scleral lens fittings and OrthoK treatment. Planet Vision EyeCare emphasizes personalized care and high standards of customer service. The practice values collaboration among eye care professionals to deliver a welcoming, efficient, and patient-centered experience for individuals and families.
Role Description
We are seeking a full-time Licensed Optician with proven experience growing an optical, elevating patient care, and leading with professionalism. You’ll begin by strengthening our optical performance and, once leadership qualities are demonstrated, have a clear pathway to Office Manager.
Initial Responsibilities
- Optical Growth & Strategy: Improve capture rate, elevate product mix, and deliver a boutique‑level patient experience.
- Clinical Optical Expertise: Guide patients through lifestyle‑based lens/frame selection and confidently troubleshoot prescriptions.
- High‑Quality Dispensing: Ensure accurate, satisfaction‑driven dispensing while supporting practice profitability.
- Patient Experience Leadership: Communicate warmly, resolve concerns independently, and maintain a calm, solutions‑focused approach.
- Workflow Collaboration: Support smooth daily operations across optical, front desk, and clinical teams.
Growth Path to Office Manager
Once leadership and independent decision‑making are demonstrated, responsibilities may expand to:
- Team Coaching & Development
- Workflow Optimization & Operational Structure
- Patient Escalation Management
- Office‑Wide Leadership
- Strategic Practice Growth
You’re a Great Fit If You
- Are a Licensed Optician with a track record of growing an optical
- Thrive in a private‑practice environment where your ideas matter
- Communicate with warmth, professionalism, and confidence
- Resolve patient concerns independently
- Enjoy coaching and naturally step into leadership roles
Why Private Practice
Corporate optical settings emphasize quotas and standardized care. Our practice gives you clinical independence, meaningful patient interactions, and a transparent route toward leadership roles.
Starting Salary
$30/hr, with additional compensation as responsibilities expand.
Basic Optician Qualifications
Strong knowledge of optics and lens technologies, including frame selection and fitting.
Experience in optometry settings and familiarity with eye exams and specialty contact lenses.
Proven commitment to customer satisfaction and delivering attentive, personalized service.
Excellent customer service skills, including clear communication and patient education.
Active optician license in the state of Florida or eligibility to obtain licensure.
Attention to detail in measurements, prescription verification, and product quality checks.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based clinical environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Basic computer skills and comfort using practice management or EHR systems;
prior optical retail orclinic experience is beneficial.
Worksite address
lake worth, FL, 33461, US
Who can apply
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