Licensed Optician

National Vision; New York; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement savings with company match

Flex Spending Account

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee eyewear discount

Short‑and‑Long‑Term Disability

Life Insurance

College scholarship program

Overtime pay when applicable

Job summary

National Vision in the United States is seeking talented opticians to assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing. This role emphasizes exceptional customer service, while ensuring quality and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate holds an active dispensing license and has over 3 years of related experience. Great benefits include competitive pay, 401k matching, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active dispensing license as required by the state.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience or training.
• Professional and comfortable working with a variety of people.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while meeting sales goals.
• Maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Strong customer service

Clear communication

Confident selling skills

Organized and detail-minded

Education

Active dispensing license

3+ years 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.

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!

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

• Hold an active dispensing license as required by the state
• 3+ years related experience or training (required)
• 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.

Additional Information

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:

• 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.

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.

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