Optician Jobs in Bay Shore, NY

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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Target Optical - Licensed Optician - Levittown, NY

  • EssilorLuxottica
  • Levittown, NY (16 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Levittown, NY (16 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

GENERAL FUNCTION The Licensed Optician ensures the delivery of the Target Optical Way and the Guest Experience....

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Optician Single License Sam's Club, Full-time

  • Sam's Club
  • Woodbury, NY (16 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Woodbury, NY (16 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 21 hours 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...

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Optician Level - 1

  • Walmart
  • Farmingdale, NY (12 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Farmingdale, NY (12 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $30 - $38 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...

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Licensed Optician

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Melville, NY (11 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Melville, NY (11 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

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Non-Licensed Optician

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Oceanside, NY (23 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oceanside, NY (23 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

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Traveling Licensed Optician - Long Island Area

  • Warby Parker
  • Garden City, NY (22 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (22 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 3 days ago

an ABO-certified optician in non-licensing states) Comfortable working a variety of shifts and adapting to different store teams Able to travel up to 50 miles by car or public transportation to multiple...

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Optician Single License Sam's Club

  • Sam's Club
  • Woodbury, NY (16 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (16 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 14 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...

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Licensed Optician Full Time

  • BJ's
  • Islandia, NY (7 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Islandia, NY (7 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Takes measurements, assures correct frame selection for Rx power, reads prescriptions on the lensometer, timely notification of product readiness and advancement of the order in the system: including...

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Retail Licensed Optician

  • VisionWorks
  • Rockville Centre, NY (22 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Rockville Centre, NY (22 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 20 days ago

Summary: Assists customers with frame selection, fits and dispenses frames....

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Optician Level - 3

  • Wal-Mart
  • Bohemia, NY (6 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Bohemia, NY (6 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 21 days ago

Vision associates focus on supporting customers in the eye care center. They assist with verifying prescription information, aiding in customer's purchasing decisions, and completing lens and...

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Licensed Optician - Garden City, NY - LensCrafters

  • FGXI Corporate
  • Garden City, NY (22 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (22 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 28 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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Licensed Optician Long Island Vision Care

  • EssilorLuxottica Group
  • Westbury, NY (20 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westbury, NY (20 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Requisition ID: 926799 Store #: 00T127 Long Island Vision Care Position:Full-TimeTotal Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information Long Island Vision Care has provided superior patient care in our...

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Licensed Optician - Part Time

  • National Vision
  • Bay Shore, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bay Shore, NY
  • 30+ days ago

What You'll DoAssist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing, including contact lens insertion and removal training and product education.Deliver exceptional customer service while meeting...

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Licensed Optician Long Island Vision Care

  • FGXI Corporate
  • Westbury, NY (19 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westbury, NY (19 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Requisition ID: 926799 Store # : 00T127 Long Island Vision Care Position: Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information Long Island Vision Care has provided superior patient care in our...

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Per Diem Optician, FGP - Huntington

  • NYU Langone Medical Center
  • Huntington, NY (16 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Huntington, NY (16 miles from Bay Shore, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Responsibilities: Engage and create a personalized experience with each patient to select eyeglasses and contact lenses based on their prescriptions and personal preferences Use your expertise to...

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Demographic Data for Bay Shore, NY

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Salary for Optician Jobs in Bay Shore, NY

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


Highest Education Level

Opticians in Bay Shore, NY 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 Bay Shore, NY
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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