Who We Are:

At Panorama Eyecare, we are not just a team; we are a community of dedicated professionals united in our quest to provide the best eyecare anywhere. Our unflinching commitment to excellence and our core values make us an Employer of Choice. Join us in shaping the future of eyecare as we thrive together! 

The Position:

A successful Optician will contribute to the fulfillment of Panorama Eyecare’s mission statement by possessing exemplary patient/customer service skills, being highly motivated, energetic, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. In addition, the Optician will be highly skilled at the following: preparing and fitting glasses, filling prescriptions, helping patients/customers choose frames, adjusting and fitting finished glasses, processing orders with optical labs, final inspection of order. They are accountable and responsible for each patient’s order they process.

Responsibilities:

• Assists customers in choosing the most appropriate eyeglass frame, type of lenses, and lens features. 
• Styles customers appropriately to ensure the glasses fit properly. Ensures temple length is appropriate, and width is adequate. 
• Properly evaluates prescriptions to optimize lens functionality. 
• Obtains accurate and precise measurements for all patient orders. 
• Prepares orders for the ordering and fabrication of the eyewear so the lab can prepare, grind, edge, and insert lenses into the frames. 
• Processes and submits eyewear orders accurately to the wholesale labs. 
• Inspects all finished eyewear to make sure the prescription has been filled correctly and there are no defects present, follows up with lab if necessary. 
• Dispenses finished glasses to the patient / customer, making sure that they fit, are comfortable, and that patient satisfaction has been achieved. 
• Repairs patient’s broken frames and assists them with the selection of a new pair of glasses.    
• Adjusts frames for the patient / customer who has come in for realignment. 
• Inspects, cleans, and maintains the frame inventory on display in the optical department. 
• Transmits information on the computer/internet to obtain insurance company approval for billing and processing. 
• Applies press-on prisms, both standard and compound. 
• Hand edges plastic and polycarbonate lenses when necessary. 
• Mounts and re-mounts drilled rimless eyewear. 
• Performs daily receiving of optical goods from various vendors.  
• Prepares orders daily for dispensing optician. 
• Follows up with vendors regarding late orders and back orders and keeps patient apprised of order status.   
• Coordinates shipment of frames to labs for assembly by labs.  
• Prepares RTV goods for shipment and tracks credits due from each vendor.  
• Performs daily balancing of patient payments to receipts. 
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA/industry regulations, company policies, and optical retail standards to uphold service quality and legal requirements. 
• Other duties as assigned.  

Education/Certifications/Experience:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.   
• ABO certification through the American Board of Opticianry, preferred.  

Additional Job Details:

• Works at our optical location at 1725 E Prospect Rd, Fort Collins CO 80525.
• This is a Full-Time Position. 
• Compensation for this role is $21.15-$25.63/hour plus incentives and will be based on experience and certifications. 

The Perks:

• PTO Accruals Start at 3 Weeks 
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance 
• Company-Paid Optical Allowance 
• Company-Paid Routine Eye Care 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurances 
• Educational Allowance 
• Generous Paid Holiday Program 
• 401K with Company Match 

Join Our Team!

Embark on a rewarding journey with Panorama Eyecare and become part of a team that embodies the values of Partnership, Engagement, Excellence, and Stewardship. As an Eyecare Professional, you will not only provide exceptional patient care but also shape the future of our practices. Together, we are transforming the eyecare landscape. Click "apply" now and let your passion for excellence and patient well-being shine! 

EEOC:

Panorama Eyecare is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.