Optician Jobs in Fishkill, 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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LensCrafters - Licensed Optician - Mt.Kisco, NY

  • EssilorLuxottica
  • Mount Kisco, NY (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Mount Kisco, NY (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 6 hours 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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Optician Single License Sam's Club, Full-time

  • Sam's Club
  • Newburgh, NY (7 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newburgh, NY (7 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 1 day 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 - 3

  • Wal-Mart
  • Newburgh, NY (7 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (7 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 8 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 - Danbury Fair Mall

  • Warby Parker
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 14 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...

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Optician Single License Sam's Club

  • Sam's Club
  • Newburgh, NY (7 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (7 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 15 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 - Manager

  • Walmart
  • Newburgh, NY (7 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (7 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Current eligibility to work as an optician or apprentice optician under applicable state laws, regulations, and/or rules. Preferred Qualifications......

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Licensed Optician - LensCrafters - Danbury, CT

  • FGXI Corporate
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 45+ 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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Retail Licensed Optician

  • VisionWorks
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (10 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (10 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Optician Single License Sam's Club, Full-time

  • Wal-Mart
  • Fishkill, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fishkill, NY
  • 90+ days ago

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

In Person Full Time

Licensed Optician-Central Valley, NY-LensCrafters

  • Luxottica Group
  • Central Valley, NY (17 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Central Valley, NY (17 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ 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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Traveling Licensed Optician - Connecticut Area

  • Warby Parker
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ 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 {D}

  • Danbury Mission Technologies
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Overview: The Optician is responsible for processing optics across a variety of production operations to support program initiatives....

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Licensed Optician Full Time

  • BJ's
  • Yorktown Heights, NY (17 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Yorktown Heights, NY (17 miles from Fishkill, NY)
  • 90+ 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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Demographic Data for Fishkill, NY

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Salary for Optician Jobs in Fishkill, NY

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


Highest Education Level

Opticians in Fishkill, 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 Fishkill, 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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