Optician Jobs in Port Saint Lucie, FL

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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Sales Associate Optical Part Time Bilingual Spanish

  • America's Best
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 16 days ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 16 days ago

Provide excellent customer service while supporting store sales goals Help customers select eyewear based on lifestyle, prescription, and budget Dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses and provide lens...

In Person Part Time

Licensed Optician

  • National Vision
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 17 days ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 17 days ago

That's why we make quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible for all.Job DescriptionWhat You'll DoAssist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing, including contact lens...

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Licensed Dispensing Optician

  • MyEyeDr
  • Fort Pierce, FL (17 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Fort Pierce, FL (17 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 26 days ago

Licensed Dispensing Optician (LDO) you will analyze prescriptions to make recommendations that provide the highest quality vision care to our patients....

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Sales Associate Optical - Part Time

  • America's Best
  • Vero Beach, FL (24 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Vero Beach, FL (24 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 28 days ago

Provide excellent customer service while supporting store sales goals Help customers select eyewear based on lifestyle, prescription, and budget Dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses and provide lens...

In Person Part Time

Non-Licensed Optician

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Stuart, FL (6 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Stuart, FL (6 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 29 days ago

Position Summary: Assists members in choosing and ordering eyeglasses, uses computer to process orders, fits eyeglasses, and dispenses eyeglasses and contacts under the supervision of a licensed optician...

In Person

Licensed Optician - Vero Beach, FL - LensCrafters

  • FGXI Corporate
  • Vero Beach, FL (24 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vero Beach, FL (24 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Licensed Optician delivers the brand value proposition & helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community....

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Sales Associate - Optical - Part Time - Bilingual Spanish

  • Eyeglass World
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Assist with dispensing eyeglasses and contact lenses to customers, if permitted by state law....

In Person Part Time

Optician Single License, Part-time

  • Wal-Mart
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 90+ days ago

lens orders identifying and verifying prescription information completing and maintaining paperwork forms and other required documentation collecting payments for doctor services and performing and...

In Person Part Time

Licensed Optician

  • Stanton Optical
  • Fort Pierce, FL (17 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Pierce, FL (17 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

At Stanton Optical, our Licensed Opticians are charged with creating a superior customer experience by teaching patients and facilitating the dispense process....

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Licensed Optician

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Stuart, FL (6 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Stuart, FL (6 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary: Assists members in choosing and ordering eyeglasses, uses computer to process orders, fits eyeglasses, and dispenses eyeglasses and contacts under the supervision of a licensed optician...

In Person

Demographic Data for Port Saint Lucie, FL

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Salary for Optician Jobs in Port Saint Lucie, FL

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


Highest Education Level

Opticians in Port Saint Lucie, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.7%
High School or GED
25.6%
Associate's Degree
19.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.3%
Some College
4.5%
Master's Degree
3.9%
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 in Port Saint Lucie, FL
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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