At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Duke Health Integrated Practice Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina. $5000 Commitment Bonus for qualifying candidates! JOB LOCATION NCEENT of Cary - 1010 Tryon Village Drive JOB SUMMARY We are seeking an Optician under close supervision, assist patients with selection, ordering and delivery of appropriate eyewear/vision aids and provide support related to adjustment, repair and replacement. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Analyze and interpret prescriptions. Educate and advise patients of available frame styles, lens designs, materials and coatings. Perform major and minor repairs of eyewear when necessary. Conduct instruction sessions for teaching insertion, removal, and care of disposable and specialty /custom contacts. Maintain, clean, and repair optical equipment as necessary. Dispense eyewear to patients, verify proper fit, expected vision, order accuracy, and conduct bench adjustments as necessary for comfortable eyewear. Advise patients on insurance coverage, promotions. Complete customer billing/service records. Inspect and verify eyewear is within ANSI standards. Review, update and develop optical policies and procedures as requested. Constantly monitor pricing structure, and when appropriate, renegotiate vendor contacts and adjust to maximize profit margins. Partner with clinic staff, to review and revise best business practices to maintain a high level of patient satisfaction. Monitor inventory budget and manage the purchase of all optical inventory, equipment, and supplies. Partner with leadership and marketing to develop strategies for marketing optical products and eyewear. Balance ledgers and reconcile financial transactions and deposit within the department daily. Attend and actively participate in staff meetings to maintain and improve technical skills and service levels for patients. Ensure patient’s visual and auditory privacy and maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Ensure HIPAA compliance standards are met. Interact with staff and co-workers in a manner that promotes positive working relationships. Meet all required competencies and maintain skill level. Complete required Annual Review and Safety, Compliance, and Infection Control trainings. Flexibility to travel to various optical locations as needed. Participate in the orientation, and training process of staff. Assist in scheduling staff as needed. Provide input of day to day operations for decision making process. JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Work requires one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Work requries completion of H
