Licensed Optician

America's Best; Tarpon Springs (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement savings with company

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

College scholarship program

Job summary

America’s Best in Tarpon Springs, FL is seeking an Optician to deliver exceptional patient care while supporting store performance. You’ll assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing and maintain accurate patient records.

The role requires a state dispensing license, 3+ years of related experience or training, strong customer service, and professional communication. Retail experience is a plus, with opportunities to mentor Apprentices and grow with the company.

Qualifications

• Active dispensing license required by state.
• 3+ years related experience or training.
• Retail experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and clear communication.
• Confident selling skills and goal orientation.
• Organized, detail-minded, and able to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing and education.
• Deliver excellent customer service while meeting store sales goals.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage order follow-up.
• Support quality and safety standards and adhere to policies.
• Maintain inventory, merchandising standards, and a clean workspace.
• Mentor Apprentice Opticians as permitted by law.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Sales skills

Organization

multitask

Job description

America’s Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States. With over 1,000 locations nationwide, we are focused on treating every eye with the attention and expertise it deserves. America’s Best believes in great care, for every kind of eye - because every eye deserves better.

For more details about America's Best, visit AmericasBest.com (https://www.americasbest.com/about-us) .

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:

• 401k retirement savings with company match and stock purchase plan
• Paid sick time
• Parental leave
• Employee eyewear discount
• 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.