Licensed Optician

National Vision; Joint Base Lewis-McChord (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

401k retirement savings with company match

Employee eyewear discount

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

National Vision is seeking qualified candidates to assist customers in eyewear dispensing while providing exceptional customer service. The successful candidate will help maintain inventory control and support quality operational excellence.

Benefits include health & dental insurance, 401k matching, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities. We offer a friendly work environment focused on teamwork and excellence, with Sundays off!

Qualifications

• Must have an active dispensing license as required by the state.
• 3+ years related experience or training required.
• Strong customer service and clear communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while achieving sales goals.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage order follow-up.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Education

Active dispensing license

3+ years of related experience or training

Job description

National Vision operates over 50 Vista Opticals located on military exchanges throughout the United States. Exclusively serving military personnel and their families, Vista Optical offers the convenience of on-base shopping with value pricing.

For more details about Vista Optical in select military exchanges, visit MilitaryOptical.com

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

Our strong force of talented opticians and associates help customers see their best to live their best. By selling, fitting and dispensing eyewear to customers with superb customer service, our opticians ensure our standard of excellence is never compromised – and they’re rewarded for that with an impressive benefits package.

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

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.

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
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• College scholarship program
• Overtime pay when applicable

Focus on professional growth and long-term career fulfillment

• Training programs: Develop your skills and knowledge with our comprehensive training offerings.
• Educational Courses: Gain access to courses that support both your personal and professional development.
• Emphasis on internal promotions and career advancement so you have opportunities to grow with us long-term.

Join us today and see your future clearly!

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.