Licensed Optician

Nationalvision1; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

401k retirement savings with company 1

Flex Spending Account

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

Overtime pay when applicable

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

College scholarship program

Job summary

America's Best is seeking an Optician to assist customers with eyewear and contact lens dispensing, while delivering exceptional service and meeting store goals. The role includes training, maintaining patient records, and overseeing inventory in a busy retail setting.

The position emphasizes strong communication, reliability, and the ability to multitask, with Sundays off as the stores are closed. Prior retail experience is valued, and a state dispensing license is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years related experience or training.
• Active dispensing license as required by the state.
• Strong customer service and clear communication abilities.
• Retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing and provide training.
• Deliver exceptional service while meeting sales goals.
• Maintain patient records and manage order follow-up.
• Support quality, safety, and company policies.
• Maintain inventory, merchandising standards, and organized environment.
• Mentor Apprentices as permitted by law.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Sales skills

Multitasking

Organization

Education

Dispensing license (state)

Job description

At America's Best, we combine value, expertise, and exceptional service to ensure every customer leaves seeing and feeling their best. As an Optician, you'll play a key role in delivering outstanding patient care while supporting store performance.

What You’ll Do

• Assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing, including contact lens insertion and removal training and product education.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while meeting sales goals and company objectives.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage order follow-up, including customer notifications and weekly outreach.
• Support quality and operational excellence by reducing remakes, following safety standards, and adhering to company policies.
• Maintain inventory control, merchandising standards, and a clean, organized work environment.
• Mentor Apprentice Opticians as permitted by law.
• Hold an active dispensing license as required by the state.
• 3+ years related experience or training (required).
• Previous retail experience (preferred).
• Strong customer service and clear communication abilities.
• Confident selling skills with the ability to meet store goals.
• Organized, detail-minded, and able to multitask in a busy setting.
• Professional, friendly, and comfortable working with a variety of people.

How would you like Sundays off? Yes, every Sunday we’re closed!

We reward hard work with competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and a benefits package to support you and your family now and in the future.

Our Benefits Include:

• Health & Dental Insurance
• 401k retirement savings with company match and stock purchase plan
• Flex Spending Account
• Generous Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Parental leave
• Employee eyewear discount
• Overtime pay when applicable
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• College scholarship program

Focus on Professional Growth and Career Fulfillment:

• Training programs available
• Access to educational courses
• Emphasis on internal promotions and career advancement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.