Detail-oriented Apprentice Optician with proven ability to enhance productivity and efficiency. Specialized in lens fitting and adjustment techniques, delivering exceptional customer service. Strong communication and problem-solving skills foster successful client and colleague interactions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Optician
Eyeone
Staunton, VA
07.2020 - Current
Completed daily quality assurance duties to provide feedback for improvements.
Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
Completed continuing education courses related to optics technology advancements.
Took specific facial measurements, including optical centers of eyes, pupillary distance and temple length.
Managed customer inquiries via telephone or email in a timely manner.
Pulled patient insurance information, placed corrective lenses orders and checked patients in and out of appointments.
Processed payments for products or services rendered.
Apprentice Optician
National Vision
Staunton, VA
07.2019 - 07.2020
Listened to patient desires and took into account facial features when recommending frame options.
Used hands, heat and tools to bend and shape frames to fit customer's face.
Managed client frame selection processes and walked through lens options.
Repaired and adjusted frames to meet customer needs.
Cleaned and maintained work areas in accordance with company standards.
Looked at patient prescriptions and prepared contacts and eyeglasses to fit specific parameters.
Measured pupillary distance, ocular center, segment heights and frame-specific distances in order to properly fill out eyeglass's orders.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Waitress
Bridgewater retirement community
Bridgewater, VA
05.2017 - 05.2019
Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
Processed payments accurately using cash registers or POS systems.
Organized take-out orders efficiently according to customer requests.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Bussed tables as needed during peak hours.
Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.