Fashion-Forward Optician & Lab Tech (ABO Certified)

Texas State Optical - Briargrove/Galleria; Texas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

Staff discounts

Vacation and Sick time

Paid Holidays

Matching 401k up to 4%

Commission and performance bonus

Job summary

Texas State Optical Briargrove is seeking an ABO Certified Optician / Lab Technician who blends technical precision with fashion-forward styling. This role dispenses eyewear, edges lenses, and provides expert frame styling to help patients look and see their best.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years optical experience, strong customer service and sales skills, and comfort educating patients on premium lens designs. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• ABO Certification is required.
• Minimum 3 years of optical experience in retail or private practice.
• Strong sense of style and patient engagement; capable of sales and eyewear education.

Responsibilities

• Fit, adjust, and dispense eyewear with expert precision.
• Provide personalized frame styling for each patient.
• Educate patients on premium lens designs, coatings, and materials.
• Perform in-office finishing and edging using lab equipment.
• Verify lens accuracy and ensure prescription compliance.
• Maintain displays and manage frame inventory and board.
• Collaborate with team to meet sales goals.
• Support insurance verification, billing, and patient communication.

Skills

Sales

Frame styling

Customer-service

Communication

Detail-oriented

Lab work

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

ABO Certification

Tools

Edging equipment

Surfacing equipment

Finishing tools

Job description

Texas State Optical Briargrove is seeking an ABO Certified Optician / Lab Technician who blends technical precision with fashion-forward styling. This role dispenses eyewear, edges lenses, and provides expert frame styling to help patients look and see their best.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years optical experience, strong customer service and sales skills, and comfort educating patients on premium lens designs. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.