Licensed Optician: Eyewear Specialist & Mentor

Nationalvision1; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

401k with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

College scholarship program

Job summary

Nationalvision1 seeks an Apprentice Optician to assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing, including lens insertion and removal training and product education.

You will deliver exceptional service while meeting store goals and maintaining accurate patient records, managing follow-ups and weekly outreach. We value professionalism, clear communication, and a team-driven approach.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Sales skills

Multitasking

Organization

Education

State dispensing license

Job description

Nationalvision1 seeks an Apprentice Optician to assist customers with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing, including lens insertion and removal training and product education.

You will deliver exceptional service while meeting store goals and maintaining accurate patient records, managing follow-ups and weekly outreach. We value professionalism, clear communication, and a team-driven approach.