Catherine Betor
Norwlk,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic and upbeat Dispensing Optician bringing over 35 years of optical experience and expertise and delivering exceptional service and assistance to customers. Effective at using strong attention to detail and an organized approach to verify prescriptions, check quality, adjust lenses and frames and complete fittings for new corrective devices. Proven ability to troubleshoot customer issues and consistently increasing sales. . Helps in selecting appropriate eyewear and adjusts glasses to meet client needs. Focused and driven with strong attention to detail.
Overview
105
105
years of professional experience
Work History
Dispensing Optician
NU VISION/EYEWEAR FAIR
01.1985 - 03.2090
- Sold eyewear products in retail and clinical settings
- Aided in selection of eyeglass frames with suitable lens and coating based on customer preferences
- Processed orders for prescription lenses and frames
- Made necessary frame adjustments to patient glasses to achieve an optimal fit
- Stocked and restocked optical merchandise
- Responsible for store organization and displays
- Light bookkeeping
- Self-trained: cutting plano sun lenses and cutting patterns.
Dispensing Optician
E. NADJI, MD
05.2017 - 08.2023
- Worked closely with doctors, contributing to a comprehensive team effort in providing quality vision care
- Enhanced overall store sales by effectively promoting various high-end eyewear products and accessories to patients and customers
- Provided personalized frame, lens and coating recommendations, and ensured accurate facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
- Educated patients on proper use, care and maintenance of eyeglasses and contact lenses
- Instructed customers on how to care for, insert and remove contact lenses
- Adjusted and repaired new and previously purchased frames to satisfy customer demands
- Developed strong relationships with optical laboratories, ensuring timely order processing and delivery of eyewear products
- Ordered high-end frames and lenses from vendors and ordered optical supplies for inventory replenishment
- Produced prices for all frames and optical products for sale
- Confirmed quality control standards were met for all eyewear and contact lenses
- Wrote up detailed work orders specifying parameters for lenses and frames
- Verified and updated patient records and insurance claims to guarantee accurate prescription information
- Trained new team members on dispensing procedures, enhancing staff knowledge and performance.
Dispensing Optician
SIEGEL & REYNARD, MDs
06.2012 - 05.2017
- Worked closely with doctors, contributing to a comprehensive team effort in providing quality vision care
- Enhanced overall store sales by effectively promoting various high-end eyewear products and accessories to patients and customers
- Provided personalized frame, lens and coating recommendations, and ensured accurate facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
- Educated patients on proper use, care and maintenance of eyeglasses and contact lenses
- Instructed customers on how to care for, insert and remove contact lenses
- Adjusted and repaired new and previously purchased frames to satisfy customer demands
- Developed strong relationships with optical laboratories, ensuring timely order processing and delivery of eyewear products
- Ordered high-end frames and lenses from vendors and ordered optical supplies for inventory replenishment
- Produced prices for all frames and optical products for sale
- Confirmed quality control standards were met for all eyewear and contact lenses
- Wrote up detailed work orders specifying parameters for lenses and frames
- Verified and updated patient records and insurance claims to guarantee accurate prescription information
- Trained new team members on dispensing procedures, enhancing staff knowledge and performance.
Dispensing Optician
COMPLETE EYECARE CENTER
02.2011 - 05.2012
- Dispensed high-end fashion and discounted eyeglass frames
- Aided patients in selection of eyeglass frames appropriate for prescription and style preferences
- Coordinated frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription
- Recommended specific lenses and coatings to suit individual patient needs.
Dispensing Optician
RAJ U DUGEL, MD, INC.
05.2000 - 10.2010
- Collaborated with doctor to deliver comprehensive eye care services for patients
- Applied sales and service expertise to promote high-end and discounted eyeglass frames
- Verified prescriptions for lenses and frames and ensured accurate processing of orders
- Discussed optimal lens, coating, and frame recommendations with patients, taking careful measurements to determine the proper choice and fit to meet individual needs
- Adjusted, repaired and maintained eyeglass frames and lenses according to patient specifications
- Establish strong relationships with optical laboratories, ensuring timely order processing and delivery of eyewear products
- Selected and purchased optical frames from vendors and ordered optical supplies
- Produced prices for all frames and optical products for sale
- Proven ability to sell in high volumes.
Dispensing Optician
HOUR GLASS
12.1998 - 04.2000
- Applied sales and service expertise to promote high-end fashion and discounted eyeglass frames in a retail setting
- Helped customers try on and select new frames and recommended suitable lens and coating options to meet specific needs
- Coordinated frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription
- Educated customers on proper care and use of contact lenses and eyeglasses
- Repaired and adjusted frames to meet customer needs
- Instructed customers on insertion, removal, cleaning, care and proper handling of contact lenses
- Selected, managed and ordered a range of optical products
- Light bookkeeping.
Dispensing Optician
OPTICAL OUTLOOK
07.1994 - 11.1998
- Generated store sales, and provided technical advice to customers on frame selection and walked through lens and coating options
- Ensured accurate measurements and fitting of eyeglasses, making necessary frame adjustments to achieve an optimal fit
- Verified prescriptions for lenses and frames and ensured accurate processing of orders
- Light bookkeeping.
Dispensing Optician
EYEWEAR LAB
04.1990 - 06.1994
- Produced sales in a retail and clinical setting promoting high-end fashion and discounted eyeglass frames
- Assisted patients in choosing frames with suitable lens and coating that not only suit their prescriptions but also align with their personal preferences
- Ensured that frames fit properly and comfortably and adjusted frames when needed
- Managed and ordered optical supplies for inventory replenishment
- Produced prices for optical products for sale
- Followed up with patients
- Light bookkeeping.
Skills
- Inventory Management Abilities
- Eyewear Adjustment Techniques
- Insurance Verification
- Data Verification
- Supply Management
- Verifying prescriptions
- Retail Sales
- Product Upselling
- Quality Control
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
References
Excellent professional and personal references upon request.
Timeline
Dispensing Optician
E. NADJI, MD
05.2017 - 08.2023
Dispensing Optician
SIEGEL & REYNARD, MDs
06.2012 - 05.2017
Dispensing Optician
COMPLETE EYECARE CENTER
02.2011 - 05.2012
Dispensing Optician
RAJ U DUGEL, MD, INC.
05.2000 - 10.2010
Dispensing Optician
HOUR GLASS
12.1998 - 04.2000
Dispensing Optician
OPTICAL OUTLOOK
07.1994 - 11.1998
Dispensing Optician
EYEWEAR LAB
04.1990 - 06.1994
Dispensing Optician
NU VISION/EYEWEAR FAIR
01.1985 - 03.2090
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