Optician Jobs in New York

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 (Full Time)

  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Optician Department: Ophthalmology Location: RRH Eye Care- Irondequoit Hours Per Week: 40 Hours Schedule: Monday-Friday, day shift SUMMARY: Provides comprehensive patient care related to...

Target Optical - Licensed Optician - Vestal, NY

  • Vestal, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Vestal, NY
  • 3 days ago

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

Optician Level - 3

  • Newburgh, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY
  • 4 days ago

Hourly Wage: $37 - $45 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...

LensCrafters - Licensed Optician - Staten Island, NY

  • Staten Island, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY
  • 4 days ago

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

Retail Licensed Optician

  • Rocky Point, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Rocky Point, NY
  • 5 days 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....

LensCrafters - Licensed Optician - Garden City, NY

  • Garden City, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 5 days ago

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

Optical Sales Associate

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

Optical Sales Associate (Brooklyn) My Optical 1110 Pennsylvania ave compensation: 18-22 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Optical Sales Associate Optical store in Brooklyn, NY...

Licensed Optical Sales Associate #55626

  • Clifton Park, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • Clifton Park, NY
  • 10 days ago

What youll do: The successful Licensed Optical Sales Associate delivers excellence to provide a professional and positive experience for all patients, customers, colleagues, and business partners and...

Licensed Optician

  • Depew, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • Depew, NY
  • 11 days ago

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

Sales Associate Optical

  • New Hartford, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • New Hartford, NY
  • 12 days 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 Sam's

  • Hancock, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Hancock, NY
  • 13 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...

Licensed Optician - The Shops at SunVet

  • Holbrook, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • Holbrook, NY
  • 16 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...

Licensed Optician, Part-Time - The Shops at SunVet

  • Holbrook, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • Holbrook, NY
  • 16 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...

Apprentice Optician - The Shops at SunVet

  • Holbrook, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • Holbrook, NY
  • 16 days ago

New Store Opening Job Status: Full-Time Warby Parker is searching for skilled and enthusiastic Apprentice Optician to join our growing team of in-house optical all-stars and play an integral part in...

Apprentice Optician, Part-Time - The Shops at SunVet

  • Holbrook, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • Holbrook, NY
  • 16 days ago

New Store Opening Job Status: Part-Time Warby Parker is searching for skilled and enthusiastic Apprentice Optician to join our growing team of in-house optical all-stars and play an integral part in...

Demographic Data for New York

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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
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 in New York

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


Highest Education Level

Opticians in New York 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 New York
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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