Optician Lead

Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Lead Optician to join our Burnsville Optical team!  Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day. 

Position Summary:

Provides direct patient care as well as supervises the daily optical store operations for a designated store. Supports optical within designated store. Supports nonexempt employees. Assures goals and objectives obtained through procedures, systems, and support personnel. Demonstrates competency using Park Nicollet standards for customer service. They provide leadership by acting as a role model, special projects manager, trainer, and mentor to new and existing employees.

Work Schedule:

• Monday thru Friday 8:30am to 5pm
• Occasional Saturdays 8:00am to Noon.

 

Required Qualifications:

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • One or more years-related experience or high school graduates with three or more years-related experience required.
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
  • ABO certification required within three years of date of hire. 
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Competency in all mechanical and instrument skills within the scope of an optician. 
  • Knowledge of basic optics and products which reflect traditional practices and services of an optician. 
  • Effective verbal communication, human relations, and salesmanship.

  • Proven proficiency in the operation of the following: Eyewear measuring devices, P.O.S. Computer, telephone, photocopier, credit card terminal and fax machine.

     

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • 1-3 years of leadership experience preferred.
  • 1-3 years of optical experience 
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
  • American Board of Opticianry certification
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Competency in all mechanical and instrument skills within the scope of opticianry. 
  • Knowledge of basic optics and products which reflect traditional practices and services of opticianry. 
  • Effective verbal communication, human relations, and salesmanship.

Benefits:

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.