De La Pena Eye Clinic is looking for a Fulltime Optical Dispenser to join our team in Santa Ana, CA.

About the Opportunity 

Typically Monday - Friday 9 AM - 6 PM and some Saturdays.

Please note the pay range for this position is $18 - $20/hr.

Must be willing to travel to various De La Pena locations in the area.

This position is responsible for all dispensing and optical activities. This includes all technical procedures of fitting, necessary bench work and allied optical procedures. Included also will be any necessary clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs which may include acting as liaison between pertinent departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists patient with selection of eyewear, making such facial measurements and adjustments as are necessary to properly fit glasses to the patient. Interviews patient to determine visual needs. Interprets refractionist's prescription. Instructs and counsels patient on proper methods of eyeglass care. Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs. Verifies Optical Benefit coverage. Dispenses and adjusts optical product. Inspects final product for accuracy in accordance with prescription requirements, original order. Reconciles patient's concerns to their satisfaction. Performs all other dispensing functions consistent with the accepted professional. Practice as authorized by the California Board of Medical Examiners and organizational policies and practices. Conducts daily inventory of frames and accessories as requires. Perform necessary shop work as required, including but not limited to cutting, edging, dyeing, and mounting of lenses. Repairs frames as required. Completes all required forms. Dispensers may also repair; solder; check out prescriptions; edge; mount and complete eyeglasses for final delivery to patients. Maintain written and verbal communication with lab as required. Will perform customer service and floor coordinating duties. Performs other related duties as necessary. 

About the Candidate

High school diploma or equivalent required. 2 years’ experience as a dispensing optician strongly preferred. Graduate of an opticianry / optician training program or on-the-job training. ABO Certified and licensed preferred. Previous experience with Eligibility and Authorizations preferred Must be able to work Saturdays Good manual dexterity and ability to operate variety of medical equipment Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Computer skills for use with electronic medical records and inventory system Ability to work with co-workers in a team setting Good hand-eye coordination Strong aptitude for mathematics Patient and with attention to detail

 What We Offer 

Generous paid time off in addition to national holidays, two floating holidays, and a birthday holiday Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance after 30 days of employment Voluntary employee and dependent life plans Short and Long-term disability Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account eligibility Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity insurance $250 of professional development funds provided every year Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 annually Free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program Invest in your future with a company match on your 401k Associate discounts at major retailers such as Amazon Prime, Costco, and Sam’s Club Travel discounts with Hertz and Liberty Mutual Verizon Wireless discounts Free legal assistance through RocketLawyer Pet Insurance RN.com subscription reimbursement Access to our free mental wellness program – Sibly Covenant Physician Partners is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Covenant does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.