Growth-Oriented Optician: Learn, Serve Patients, Grow

Dr. Tavel Optical Group; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 1,932,000 - 2,752,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Rx Insurance

Parental Leave (100% paid)

Eye exams & glasses discounts

Life Insurance

Starting pay: $17.00/hour

Certifications for wage increases

Bilingual pay eligibility

Spanish

ASL

French Creole

Burmese

Training is paid

Job summary

Dr. Tavel Optical Group in Indiana is seeking an Optician. No optical experience is required; we will teach you everything you need to know.

Bring curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to learn—we’ll handle the rest. Training is mandatory and paid, with a two-week session at our Indianapolis corporate office. You'll guide patients in eyewear selections, educate on lens options, handle front-desk tasks, and perform fittings with care.

Qualifications

• No optical experience required; will be trained.
• Must be able to work during office hours, including some Saturdays.
• Strong people skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients in selecting eyewear that fits their face, lifestyle, and vision needs.
• Educate patients on lens options, eyewear care, and how to get the most out of their glasses.
• Manage front-desk tasks like insurance verification, scheduling, and benefit authorizations with accuracy and confidence.
• Place and process eyewear orders with precision—and troubleshoot when challenges arise.
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to ensure a comfortable, proper fit for every pair.
• Build lasting relationships with patients that keep them coming back.
• Stay on top of your development, completing training, certifications, and growth milestones.
• Ability to travel to support other locations only if needed.

Skills

People skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Dr. Tavel Optical Group in Indiana is seeking an Optician. No optical experience is required; we will teach you everything you need to know.

Bring curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to learn—we’ll handle the rest. Training is mandatory and paid, with a two-week session at our Indianapolis corporate office. You'll guide patients in eyewear selections, educate on lens options, handle front-desk tasks, and perform fittings with care.