Licensed Optician: Patient-Centric Eye Care Leader

America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k retirement savings with company 1

Flex Spending Account

Generous Paid Time Off & Company Holid

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

Overtime pay when applicable

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

College scholarship program

Job summary

America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses in Connecticut seeks an Optician to dispense eyewear and lenses while delivering exceptional patient care. You will assist with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing, including training on insertion/removal, and help drive store performance.

We offer competitive pay, bonuses, and a benefits package. Candidates must hold an active dispensing license and have 3+ years of related experience; prior retail experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active dispensing license 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 insertion/removal 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 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

Dispensing eyeglasses

Contact lens education

Customer service

Sales goals

Record-keeping

Inventory management

Mentor Apprentices

Education

Active dispensing license (state)

Job description

America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses in Connecticut seeks an Optician to dispense eyewear and lenses while delivering exceptional patient care. You will assist with eyeglass and contact lens dispensing, including training on insertion/removal, and help drive store performance.

We offer competitive pay, bonuses, and a benefits package. Candidates must hold an active dispensing license and have 3+ years of related experience; prior retail experience is a plus.