Description: Job Summary:

Under the Branch managers direct supervision with general direction from the Contact Lens Fitter, performs a variety of tasks to support the fitting, cleaning and dispensing of contact lenses. This is the entry-level position for the Contact Lens Filler classification.

Essential Responsibilities:

Conducts training classes on the proper procedures for the care and wearing of contact lenses with proper equipment.
Verify the specification of contact lenses with proper equipment.
Cleans and polishes contact lenses.
Cleans and maintains the contact lens inventory.
Explains policies and procedures regarding refunds and lens replacement agreements to patients.
Assists the Contact Lens Fitter as needed.
Assist other staff in the dispensing area, as needed
Performs customer service and floor coordinating duties
Perform all other duties as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Grade 20

Basic Qualifications: Experience

N/A
Education
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration National Contact Lens Examiner - Advanced Certification OR National Contact Lens Examiner - Basic Certification Additional Requirements:
Incumbents of this classification must be able to perform the full scope of Contact Lens Fitter duties and have received their NCLE certification prior to promotion to Contact Lens Fitter.Demonstrated experience using lensometer, required.50 mile driving required.Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.Ability to write simple correspondence.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Preferred Qualifications:
Contact lens experience preferred.Knowledge of contact lens products, i.e., solutions, contact lens materials and wearing schedules preferred.Ability to perform group dispensing classes in care and insertion and removal training preferred.Radioscope and polishing unit experience preferred.