Licensed Optician — Patient Care & Eyewear Specialist

OAO; Pickerington (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University invites applications for a Licensed Optician (Full Time) at the Optometry Main Clinic in Pickerington, OH. You will support patient care by selecting eyewear, processing orders, and communicating with ophthalmic labs.

Responsibilities also include dispensing, adjustments, repairs, and contact lens fitting, with emphasis on HIPAA-compliant data handling. You will collaborate with optometrists and interns, help with insurance coordination, and may operate at satellite or

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must receive licensure within one year of hire.
• 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with optometrists and interns to fulfill patient care and teaching missions.
• Assist in ordering ophthalmic materials and recommend frame and lens options.
• Accurately measure and enter orders, communicate with labs, and track ophthalmic material orders.
• Dispense, adjust, and repair spectacles; order and dispense contact lenses.
• Explain eye exam procedures, materials, and fees; assist with insurance coverage and billing.
• Triage calls, schedule appointments, and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Ohio State University invites applications for a Licensed Optician (Full Time) at the Optometry Main Clinic in Pickerington, OH. You will support patient care by selecting eyewear, processing orders, and communicating with ophthalmic labs.

Responsibilities also include dispensing, adjustments, repairs, and contact lens fitting, with emphasis on HIPAA-compliant data handling. You will collaborate with optometrists and interns, help with insurance coordination, and may operate at satellite or