Optician Apprentice/UKHC at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Optician Apprentice/UKHC
Requisition Number	RE45171
Working Title	Optician Apprentice – UK Optical Shop at Shriners Hospital
Department Name	MG175: Professional Medical Ventures
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	06
Salary Range	$16.20-24.82/hour
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods. Repetitive motion.
Shift	Monday – Friday, Day Shift; 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hrs/wk).
Job Summary	UK Advanced Eye Care is seeking an Apprentice Optician to join our team. The successful candidate should be prepared to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Our patients expect exceptional customer service and attention to detail. It is of utmost importance to communicate effectively and in a pleasant manner with patients and customers to provide excellent customer service. The position is expected to meet monthly sales targets. Experience in retail optical settings is preferred. Must be willing to apply for an optician apprenticeship and be trained by a licensed optician.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Strong customer service and the ability to learn software programs and use them effectively, MS Windows, Excel, Outlook, Word.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Optical retail sales preferred.
Deadline to Apply	07/07/2024
University Community of Inclusion	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Describe your retail sales experience.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Do you have basic computer skills (i.e Word, Excel, PowerPoint)?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please describe a time when you provided exceptional customer service and include specific details regarding the situation.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

   (Open Ended Question)

6. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • HospitalCareers.com
   • Indeed.com
   • LinkedIn.com
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)
   • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
   • Careerbuilder.com
   • UK Job Fair
   • None of the Above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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