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Resolve to maintain your eye health this year 🎊 For more ways to preserve your sight, visit your Shopko Optical optometrist: https://bit.ly/3N5WQJk

Ever wonder if your eye symptoms warrant a visit to the optometrist 👀? Learn the common instances in which you should get your eyes examined.

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How to Know if You Need an Eye Exam | Shopko Optical To maintain clear and healthy vision it is recommended to receive a comprehensive eye exam annually. However, here are 6 signs you may need to schedule an exam sooner.

Are your eyelids dry and flaky in the winter? Give the gift of care to the area around your eyes and try these remedies for soft, hydrated eyelids.

Follow these tips to get the most out of your vision benefits before they expire ⌛️ in a few short weeks!

Just because the weather is colder doesn’t mean it’s time to put the sunglasses away! In any season, sun exposure may increase your risk for eye damage.

From snow blindness to winter sport eye safety tips, learn more from the American Academy of Ophthalmology here: https://bit.ly/46AXfdQ

It’s common for winter weather conditions to affect your eye health and cause discomfort and dryness. Keep your eyes safe with these tips and more: https://bitly.ws/WA9s

Are you making the most of your vision insurance? Check out different benefit options and how to maximize your coverage before plans reset at the end of the year 🕒👓:

How to Use Your Vision Benefits | Shopko Optical Now is the time to beat the end-of-the-year rush and spend your remaining eye care allowances before you lose them. Utilize your FSA and HSA at Shopko Optical.

At Shopko Optical, your wellness is our top priority. 👀🩺❤️ During your visit, we’ll partner with you to ensure you are not only seeing but feeling your best.

How to enter:
🍂 Post a photo or video to your page of a moment your sight matters to you with a caption explaining why you are thankful for your sight.

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November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. Diabetic eye disease, a leading cause of blindness, often has no early warning signs. You can help people with diabetes prevent vision loss by encouraging them to get regular eye exams so they can catch problems early. Get resources and information from the National Eye Insitute here: https://bit.ly/3MuEUbc

National Diabetes Month | National Eye Institute During National Diabetes Month, NEHEP encourages you to spread the word about how people with diabetes can protect their vision. Get ideas for information to share on Facebook and Twitter.

Your vision benefits can help cover the cost of eye care expenses throughout the year. Make them count! Learn more: https://bitly.ws/WAaH

November is American Diabetes Month and people with diabetes are 25 times more likely to lose vision than those who are not diabetic, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Diabetic retinopathy is a secondary complication of diabetes and is caused by changes in the retina’s blood vessels that leads to blurred vision and occasionally leading to blindness.

Get more info on Diabetic retinopathy here:

Diabetic Retinopathy - The Vision Council Foundation - Learn about Vision Health, Eye Diseases and Treatments Diabetic retinopathy is a secondary complication of diabetes and is caused by changes in the retina’s blood vessels. Small blood vessels swell, leak and hemorrhage into the retina, blurring vision, and occasionally leading to blindness.

‘Tis the season to be thankful 🦃🍂 From everyday moments to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, our sight plays a huge role in how we experience the world. Now through November 30th, share why you are thankful for your sight for a chance to win a $1,000 Visa gift card!

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Why let your FSA funds go to waste when you could spend them on Bausch + Lomb contact lenses? Schedule an appointment with us to try them before December 31st!

Rest easy, see clearly! 😴👀 Your sleep habits can impact your eye health more than you think. Follow these simple tips to improve your shut-eye.

Don’t let an eye infection be the scariest part of your Halloween. Using decorative lenses without a valid prescription can cause serious harm to your eyes—haunting you long after October 31. Follow these tips when considering decorative contact lenses:

Keep Your Eyes Safe on Halloween. Don’t let an eye infection be the scariest part of your Halloween.

The views ahead 🍂 can definitely make you appreciate having clear, healthy vision. Find peak times to view the fall colors in your area: https://www.travelwisconsin.com/fall-color-report

Use to share your favorite sights of the season!

2022 Fall Color Map | Fall Color Report | Travel Wisconsin The 2022 Wisconsin Fall Color Report is the most comprehensive in the state. Get the best locations for viewing fall colors on our peak fall foliage map!

Are you looking for an opportunity to provide great customer service and patient care and grow your career? Shopko Optical is seeking Part-Time Opticians to join our team in Kenosha, Wisconsin! On the job training provided.

Taking Care of our teams who take Care of our Patients

Competitive Wages & Incentives
401K
Volunteer Time Off
Sick Pay
Health & Wellbeing Benefits
Voluntary/Cafeteria Offerings
Employee Assistance Program
On the Job Training & Certification
Teammate Recognition Program


POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and dispensing of eyewear. Complete pre-screening activities prior to patient exams. Prepare work orders for Optical Lab. Process medical billing information. Maintain frame inventory.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Provide excellent customer and patient service according to company and store standards
Analyze patient eyewear needs
Recommend specific lenses, lens coatings and frames to satisfy patient needs
Assist patients in selecting frames according to style and color. Ensure frames are coordinated with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
Order and dispense eyewear accurately and professionally
Assist patients with proper frame repairs and adjustments
Show patients how to insert, remove and care for their contact lenses
Assist Optometrist with case histories and screenings
BUSINESS AND OPERATIONAL STANDARDS

Maintain a complete knowledge of third-party plans and claims
Explain promotions and special lens offerings to patients and customers
Balance accounts
Prepare work orders containing specific instructions for Optical Lab
Process medical billing information
Ensure proper merchandising of frame inventory
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

High School Graduate or equivalent
To become Certified, teammate must complete Shopko OCE Certification requirements and calendar modules
In Washington State, teammate must register with Washington State Department of Health as an Apprentice Optician which requires a High School Diploma or equivalent

Previous experience in an office and/or optical dispensing is preferred
Able to handle multiple customer interactions/phone calls at a time
Able to work with patient eyewear needs including analyzing prescriptions, repairs and adjustments and lifestyle dispensing
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication
Able to read and write at a high school graduate level
Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Able to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.)
Ability to lift 10 to 20 pounds
Ability to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)
Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand/arm steadiness
Ability to grip and hold items
Good eye and hand coordination
Able to operate a cash register, various optical equipment and tools
Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development


These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Wisconsin, we’ve got you covered! Shopko Optical Kenosha is an in-network provider for DeltaVision along with many other major insurance plans. Make your appointment today: https://bit.ly/35U2F7l

Your Kenosha Shopko Optical is now open for all eye care and eyewear needs by appointment. View the precautions we're taking to protect your safety: https://bit.ly/2YIwapC

🎉 There's a new store open in Kenosha! Come see us—and see better. 👓