Licensed Optician

Nationalvision1; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

401k with company match

Stock purchase plan

Flex Spending Account

Paid Time Off & Company 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 in New Jersey is seeking an Optician to assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing, deliver product education, and support store performance through strong service and sales.

You must hold an active dispensing license as required by the state and have 3+ years of related experience; retail experience is a plus. Our benefits include health and dental insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave, and employee eyewear discounts. Sundays closed.

Qualifications

• Active dispensing license required by state.
• 3+ years related experience.
• Strong customer service and clear communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing, including training.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while meeting sales goals.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage order follow-up.
• Support quality and operational excellence by following safety standards and policies.
• Maintain inventory, merchandising standards, and a clean work environment.
• Mentor Apprentice Opticians as permitted by law.

Skills

Active dispensing license

Customer service

Sales oriented

Training & education

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.
• How would you like Sundays off? Yes, every Sunday we're closed!

• 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
• 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.