Contact Lens Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Seeking full-time experienced Contact Lens Technician.
Come work for a FANTASTIC Eye Care Practice, serving our community for over 30 years! Our specialized contact lens team is seeking a candidate who enjoys the contact lens field. We fit orthokeratology, keratoconus as well as multi-focal lenses, and soft daily lenses.
The ideal candidate must have experience working with both gas-permeable and soft contact lenses.
Among many responsibilities are obtaining VSP benefits, billing VSP for medically necessary and elective lenses, insertion and removal training, and educating patients on lens options and insurance coverage.
You would be joining an exceptional and well run, well-respected team in a wonderful work environment who will respect you as well.
Required:
Previous experience as a Contact Lens Technician
Understanding and knowledge of contact lens terminology and infectious control techniques
Understanding and knowledge of VSP benefits
Must be competent in collecting/interpreting data from patients
Must have exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others
Detail-oriented, energetic, excellent verbal and communication skills, self-motivated
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sunnyvale, CA 94087: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- NCLE: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30 - £30 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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