Dispensing Optician - Elevate Vision & Patient Care

ORANGE COUNTY OPHTHALMOLOGY ME; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Job summary

Orange County Ophthalmology is seeking a skilled Dispensing Optician to join our Garden Grove, CA team. You will assist patients in selecting frames and lenses, verify prescriptions, and ensure accurate lens fabrication.

This role requires precise PD measurements and lens selection while delivering top-tier patient service. You will also educate patients on lens options, coatings, and contact lens care, manage eyewear orders, and coordinate with optical labs to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires California Dispensing Optician license or eligibility.
• 1+ year of experience in optical dispensing or related eye care setting.
• Proficiency in frame adjustments, measurements, and lens selection.
• Familiarity with vision insurance plans and optical billing processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in selecting eyeglass frames and lenses based on prescriptions, lifestyle, and aesthetic preferences.
• Interpret and verify ophthalmic prescriptions to ensure accurate lens fabrication and dispensing.
• Take precise measurements including pupillary distance (PD), segment height, and fitting adjustments.
• Fit, adjust, and repair eyewear to ensure optimal comfort and visual performance.
• Educate patients on lens options, coatings, and contact lens care.
• Process and track eyewear orders, coordinating with optical labs for timely delivery.
• Support front office functions including insurance verification and billing for optical services.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Education

California Dispensing Optician license

Tools

Lensometry

PD measurement

Job description

Orange County Ophthalmology is seeking a skilled Dispensing Optician to join our Garden Grove, CA team. You will assist patients in selecting frames and lenses, verify prescriptions, and ensure accurate lens fabrication.

This role requires precise PD measurements and lens selection while delivering top-tier patient service. You will also educate patients on lens options, coatings, and contact lens care, manage eyewear orders, and coordinate with optical labs to ensure timely delivery.