Optician Jobs

An Optician plays a crucial role in the optometry field, assisting patients with their vision needs, primarily by fitting and selling eyeglasses and contact lenses. They work closely with Optometrists and Ophthalmologists, interpreting their prescriptions to help individuals select the most suitable eyewear, taking into account factors like their lifestyle, face shape, and personal style. Opticians also perform adjustments, repairs, and replacements, ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of the patients.

Opticians typically require special certifications and skills. They are expected to have an Opticianry certification or an Associate degree in Opticianry, from a recognized institution. Importantly, they should have strong customer service and sales skills, enabling them to advise patients effectively and increase sales. Prior to becoming an Optician, individuals might have roles as an Optometric Assistant, Optical Sales Associate, or Optical Lab Technician, providing them with industry experience and a foundation of knowledge in vision care.

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Optician

Job Responsibilities: Dispensing glasses and contact lenses Verifying vision insurance eligibility and billing vision insurance Assisting patients with frame selection Performing lensometry and prescription...

Optician [ w / sign on bonus! ]

  • Lake Zurich, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL
  • 2 days ago

As an Optician, you will play a crucial role in providing excellent eye care services and assisting customers in selecting and fitting eyeglasses or contact lenses....

Eye Care Associates

Ophthalmic Technician / Optician

Full-time Optician position available Job Summary (but not limited to): Attention to detail, superior listening skills, highly motivated, committed to success, patient focus and ability to follow directions...

Bright Vision Optometry

Optician

We are looking for an optician who... is committed to the optical industry has private practice optical experience has a passion for eyewear products speaks a second language (Chinese or Spanish) has...

lens orders using current process QUALIFICATIONS Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred....

Weber Vision Care

Optician

About us Weber Vision Care is a small 3 Doctor practice in Harrisburg, PA 17110. We are customer-centric, supportive, professional and our goal is to provide comprehensive eye care of the highest...

Eye Care Partners

Optician- Experience is a plus!

lens orders using current process QUALIFICATIONS Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred....

Dispensing Optician

Job Responsibilities: Dispensing glasses and contact lenses Verifying vision insurance eligibility and billing vision insurance Assisting patients with frame selection Performing lensometry and prescription...

LTF Eye Clinics

Dispensing Optician

patients with ordering glasses and contact lenses *Team-oriented ability to work with Doctors, Technicians and Accounting staff to provide an exceptional quality of patient care *Experience in Medical...

Retail Licensed Optician - Traveler

  • Levittown, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Levittown, NY
  • 3 hours ago

Where applicable, provide feedback and guidance to Apprentice Opticians 12. Adhere to privacy and confidential and proprietary company policies and procedures (i.e. HIPAA). 13....

Licensed Optician Part Time

  • Islandia, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Islandia, NY
  • 3 hours ago

Qualifications Must be licensed to work as an optician within the State and keep license up to date and active. Knowledge of optical products and business practices preferred....

Optician 2 (Midtown Optometric Group)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 hours ago

General Summary The primary function of this role is to help customers find eyeglasses and contact lenses that are the best match for each patient while providing the highest levels of quality and care...

Optician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Certifiable Optician 101
This course supports the first eight chapters of the book, "Certifiable Optician". Topics addressed are:Metric system and conversions,basic physics of light,mirrors, flat, convex and...
Diploma in Optometry
Optometry is a health care profession that involves examining the eyes and applicable visual systems for defects or abnormalities as well as the correction of refractive error with glasses or...

Salary for Optician Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireOptometry research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Opticians offer the following education background
High School or GED
26.3%
Bachelor's Degree
26.3%
Associate's Degree
19.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.4%
Some College
4.6%
Master's Degree
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Opticians
1-2 years
25.9%
2-4 years
22.2%
Less than 1 year
18.5%
None
11.1%
10+ years
7.4%
4-6 years
7.4%
6-8 years
7.4%



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