Mavel Blanco
Optician
Cumming,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented and energetic professional with 37+ years experience in Opticianry. Strong communication and organizational skills contribute to efficient operations and exceptional patient care. Committed to enhancing team collaboration and achieving business objectives.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Dispensing Optician
Walmart Vision Center
Cumming, GA
01.2019 - Current
- Dispensed eyewear and provided adjustments ensuring optimal custom fit and comfort for customers.
- Transcribe essential prescription details, provided by the Optometrist and/or Ophthalmologist, into the computer system.
- Advised patients on lens types, styling and frame choices.
- Coordinate with team members to manage work such as, maintaining inventory levels, organized department according to frame modular, scheduling appointments, researching insurance, troubleshooting issues and controlling resources.
Licensed Dispensing Optician/Manager
Costco Wholesale Corp
Cumming, GA
1996 - 12.2019
- Provided exceptional customer service by assessing visual needs and recommending appropriate eyewear solutions.
- Managed 2 locations: Town Center, Kennesaw Ga. and Cumming.
- Assisted in opening first 2 locations in Puerto Rico.
- Implemented training program that coincided with company policy.
- Accomplish sales goals and quotas by maintaining service standards and fostering relationships with patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Spanish Literature And Philosophy
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GAAssociate of Applied Science - Opticianry
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
DeKalb, GASkills
- BILINGUAL English/Spanish
- Self motivation
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Custom frame fitting expertise
Certification
- Licensed Dispensing Optician - New York, Georgia and Florida
- Certified Contact Lens Fitting - Florida
- Certified ABO/NCLE
Timeline
Licensed Dispensing Optician
Walmart Vision Center
01.2019 - Current
Licensed Dispensing Optician/Manager
Costco Wholesale Corp
1996 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Spanish Literature And Philosophy
Kennesaw State University
Associate of Applied Science - Opticianry
Georgia Piedmont Technical College