Licensed Optician — Eye Care, Customer Focus & Growth

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Old Bridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Stock purchase plan

Flex Spending Account

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

Overtime pay

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

College scholarship program

Job summary

America’s Best, part of National Vision, is hiring an Optician to dispense eyewear, train in contact lens insertion, and deliver exceptional patient care. You’ll help meet store goals while providing friendly service in a busy retail environment.

This role requires an active dispensing license, 3+ years experience, strong communication, and organized multitasking. You’ll maintain patient records, manage orders, support inventory, and contribute to quality and safety standards across the team.

Qualifications

• Active dispensing license as required by the state.
• 3+ years related experience or training.
• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

America’s Best, part of National Vision, is hiring an Optician to dispense eyewear, train in contact lens insertion, and deliver exceptional patient care. You’ll help meet store goals while providing friendly service in a busy retail environment.

This role requires an active dispensing license, 3+ years experience, strong communication, and organized multitasking. You’ll maintain patient records, manage orders, support inventory, and contribute to quality and safety standards across the team.