Optician Jobs in Missouri

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

  • Loma Linda, MO
  • 1 hour ago
  • Loma Linda, MO
  • 1 hour ago

Core Responsibilities: Passion for People: Guide customers through the selection and fitting of eyewear and contact lenses, ensuring adherence to state laws.Demonstrate a positive attitude and professionalism...

Sales Associate Optical - Part Time

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 hours ago

Core Responsibilities: Passion for People : Guide customers through the selection and fitting of eyewear and contact lenses, ensuring adherence to state laws.Demonstrate a positive attitude and professionalism...

Optician

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago

Sells Optical products and services by assisting Members with purchasing decisions, measuring, adjusting, and repairing frames and lenses, completing eyewear/contact lens orders, identifying and verifying...

Optician - Mercy Eye Care (F/T Days)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago

Experience: Has one year optician experience....

Optician Level 1

  • Lebanon, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Lebanon, MO
  • 4 days ago

Hourly Wage: $16 - $24 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Optician

  • Des Peres, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Peres, MO
  • 6 days ago

lens orders in E360 Ensure all job aids and policies are followed Maintain frame standards with cleaning and organization of fully stocked and well-presented areas Follow all protocols to keep frame...

Optician Sam's

  • Gladstone, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Gladstone, MO
  • 6 days ago

... What you'll do... Provides Member service by acknowledging the Member identifying their needs assisting with purchasing decisions locating merchandise resolving issues and concerns and...

Optician Sam's

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 days ago

... What you'll do... Provides Member service by acknowledging the Member identifying their needs assisting with purchasing decisions locating merchandise resolving issues and concerns and...

(USA) Optician Sam's

  • Joplin, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 9 days ago

... What you'll do... Provides Member service by acknowledging the Member identifying their needs assisting with purchasing decisions locating merchandise resolving issues and concerns and...

Optician- Experience is a plus!

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 10 days ago

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

Optical Retail Sales Associate FT Columbia, MO #075

  • Columbia, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 14 days ago

Optical Retail Sales Associate Full Time 30 years ago Dr. Barnes founded Eyemart Express to deliver everything a patient needs. It started with one friendly shop in Appleton, WI and has since...

Optician, Part-Time - Town & Country Crossing

  • Town and Country, MO
  • 15 days ago
  • Town and Country, MO
  • 15 days ago

in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified optician in non-licensing states) Passionate about the eyewear and retail industries A clear, effective, and professional communicator-you can...

Optician, Part-Time - Central West End

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 19 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 19 days ago

in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified optician in non-licensing states) Passionate about the eyewear and retail industries A clear, effective, and professional communicator-you can...

Non-Licensed Optician

  • Independence, MO
  • 29 days ago
  • Independence, MO
  • 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...

Licensed Optician

  • University City, MO
  • 29 days ago
  • University City, MO
  • 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...

Demographic Data for Missouri

Moving to Missouri? Find some basic demographic data about Missouri below.


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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
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Salary for Optician Jobs in Missouri

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


Highest Education Level

Opticians in Missouri 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
15.5%
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 in Missouri
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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