Society of Connecticut Opticians (SOCO)
  • HOME
  • About SOCO
  • Join SOCO
  • EVENTS
  • JOB OPPORTUNITIES
  • SOCIAL MEDIA
  • NEWS
  • CONTACT
• JOB OPPORTUNITIES•
                           Are you looking for a job? Are you looking to find the right employee? 
Employers: please email societyofctopticians@gmailcom 
Job postings are FREE and will stay up for a month, with option to renew. All you have to do is let us know!
Please provide the following in your email and we will create and post your job description.
   1) Position: Licensed optician, student or apprentice optician, optometrist, optometric staff, ophthalmic or optometric 
 technician              
   2) Duties and responsibilities: the more detailed, the better
   3) Full-time/Part-time/Per Diem
   4) Name and address of business.  We will post as little or as much as you desire; just let us know in your email.
   5) Contact person: name, email, and/or telephone number
Job Seekers: please explore.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

WP is hiring: My name is Damar Britto and I am a Sales Supervisor here at the recently opened Warby Parker store at the Westfarms Mall.

My store (as well as the stores in Greenwich and South Norwalk) are hiring for Licensed Opticians, with Greenwich also hiring for Optician Supervisors.

OPTICIANRY STUDENTS: Soon to graduate apprentices who may be interested in applying should be encouraged to apply as well, as there are a number of spots to fill.

WESTFARMS MALL: Looking to fill three spots even though one posting is shown. The other positions can be seen at warbyparker.com/jobs/retail

Westfarms Licensed Optician: https://boards.greenhouse.io/warbyparker/jobs/2082392





Busy Optometric office in Stamford seeking Dispensing Optical Sales Associate.
Duties include, frame sales, dispensing, some lab work, and advising patients of frames and lenses that best suits their vision needs.
Ability to multitask is a must.
Job Type: Full-time

Contact:
Piera Rosini
Office Manager 
Vision Consultants
1 Bank Street 
Stamford, CT   06901
203-324-1606
cell   203-770-4182

My Eye Shoppe in Norwalk has 2 JOB POSTINGS below.


My Eye Shoppe 
 
Part time( 1 day),
Hiring 1 team member.
Norwalk optical looking for someone to join our team!
If you enjoy being part of a team and helping people you might be just the person we are looking for!
Our team is small so we are looking for someone with experience that will fit in and work well within the team, making us all more productive and efficient!
Candidate personality traits desired:
  • Creative
  • Intuitive
  • Forward thinker
  • Quick learner
  • Great communication skills
  • Outgoing
  • Assertive
Responsibilities include:
  • Finishing and mounting lenses into frames.
  • Mechanically inspecting to Ansi standards
  • Visually inspecting to MES ( My Eye Shoppe) standards
  • Light cleaning duties - lab area and completed jobs.
  • Answering phones on occasion

​Please send your resume along with references and salary requirement to michellec@myeyeshoppe.com
Salary depends on speed and knowledge.
Position will be 1 day/ week; 9a-4p Wed or Thursday, flexible.

Our office is open Monday - Friday + 2 Saturdays a month, closed on Sunday. See our website for more information. MyEyeShoppe.com
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: varies
COVID-19 considerations:
We have strict Covid procedures and policies in place. They are posted publicly on our site and in our office.

My Eye Shoppe $15-18/hr;  20-25/hrs/wk 
Part time(2-3 days),
Hiring 2 team members.
Norwalk optical looking for someone to join our team! If you enjoy being part of a team and helping people you might be just the person we are looking for! The position is for a sales associate who has experience working in a vision/optical center.
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is required as we have many Spanish speaking patients. Our ideal teammate is a great, active listener and forward thinker. We focus our time and attention on helping patients and making their experience memorable and enjoyable. We enjoy helping patients choose frames and designing their lenses to tailor fit their needs. We frequently utilize the options available to us to come up with creative solutions for our patients.

Our team is small so we are looking for someone with experience that will fit in and work well within the team, making us all more productive and efficient!

Candidate personality traits desired:
Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Listener
Creative
Intuitive
Forward thinker
Quick learner
Great communication skills
Fashion forward
Outgoing
Assertive

Responsibilities include:
Scheduling patients
Eyeglass sales, includes teaching patients about possible options and upgrades,
ordering lenses and frames,
assisting patients with warranties.
Light cleaning duties
Answering phones
Verifying insurance coverage
Please send your resume along with a short note describing your personality and why you feel your are the right person this position.
michellec@myeyeshoppe.com
Salary is $15- $18 and depends on experience.
Roughly 25 hours a week.
Position will be 2-3 days/ week +1 Saturday a month.
Our office is open Monday - Friday + 2 Saturdays a month, closed on Sunday.
See our website for more information. MyEyeShoppe.com
If you think you would make a good addition to our team please submit your resume.

Job Type: Part-time Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour COVID-19 considerations:
We have strict Covid procedures and policies in place. They are posted publicly on our site and in our office.


*We are looking for an enthusiastic, licensed Optician to work in an Ophthalmology Practice in West Hartford CT. Monday-Friday, no nights, few weekends! No holidays! Full Health & Dental Benefits, PTO/Vacation, 401K and so much more! Great work/life balance! Professional work hours! We offer a professional optical arena that will enhance your educational and work experience! Outstanding opportunity! *
*Job Summary*
The optician is responsible for interpreting prescriptions written by optometrists and ophthalmologists, conducting patient visual needs assessments, and recommending frames and lenses.
The optician calculates insurance co-pays based on insurance eligibility, prepares work orders for the optical lab, and verifies, dispenses and adjusts eyeglasses.
The optician creates and maintains displays of optical merchandise, and maintains inventory within the optical dispensary.
The Optician is a support to the management team and is responsible for demonstrating outstanding customer service and leadership in the optical.
The Optician will be expected to learn the policies and procedures necessary for opening, closing, and operating the dispensary.
*Essential Responsibilities :*
* Assist patients in the selection process of spectacles, and the delivery and fitting of patient eye wear..
* Calculate insurance co-pay based on insurance eligibility.
* Process spectacle orders and review reports to monitor status on a daily basis. Verify glasses and notify patients for dispensing.
* Perform adjustments and repairs when necessary.
* Maintain inventory and display pertaining to all aspects of the optical retail area
* Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for both patients and client.
* Maintain compliance with the organization's confidentiality policy in accordance to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
* Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by the district manager.
* Have a passion for outstanding patient care.
*The Qualifiers:*
* Knowledge of current optical theory and practices.
* Availability to work a flexible schedule and the hours necessary to open and/or close. Communication skills (verbal & written), including strong relationship building skills.
* Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to communicate in a clear concise and understandable manner.
* Ability to be on your feet most of the day or moving on the sales floor or stock room.
* Ability to maneuver merchandise and lift up to 40 lbs.
* Physical activities include engaging in repetitive motions, bending, kneeling, twisting, stretching, squatting, pushing, pulling, stooping, lifting, climbing, carrying, walking, reaching and/or using a step stool on a frequent basis.
​Harry Celentano L.O./District Manager
​
Corporate Office
5 Powder Horn Drive, Warren, NJ 07059
t. 800-346-7486 x241
e. hcelentano@visassoc.com
w. www.visassoc.com



Optometrist - Retail Practice Sublease -Waterbury, CT
New grads and experienced OD's welcome!!
About the practice
We are a unique and expanding retail practice. sophisticated eyewear boutique, offering high-quality eyewear. 
About the optometrist position
Our new optometrist will be a welcome addition to our professional and knowledgeable team. We are seeking someone who thrives in an environment where the effort and results you achieve directly lead to your success as a clinician and potentially into a partnership as we continue to open additional offices. Our team is entrepreneurial and the right candidate will be business minded and ready to start providing stellar eye care to patients right away with the assistance of our support staff.
As an optometrist in our practice, you will be expected to:
  • Perform comprehensive eye exams
  • Diagnose ocular disease
  • Prescribe corrective lenses
  • Build strong doctor-patient relationships
Whether you are looking for your first opportunity in eye care or you’re an experienced optometrist looking to take the next step in your career, we look forward to welcoming you to our team!
​Please contact Carmen at 203-437.8186. 



Proudly powered by Weebly
  • HOME
  • About SOCO
  • Join SOCO
  • EVENTS
  • JOB OPPORTUNITIES
  • SOCIAL MEDIA
  • NEWS
  • CONTACT