Licensed Optician - Sundays Off, Style & Service Lead

National Vision; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Savings

Flex Spending Account

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental Leave

Employee Eyewear Discount

Job summary

National Vision's Eyeglass World is seeking an Optical Specialist for our in-store team. This customer-facing role blends eyewear support, finishing excellence, and brand-aligned service to deliver a seamless experience from selection to pickup.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, 1+ year in optical/retail, and a dispensing license as required by state law. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential; bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Active dispensing license as required by the state.
• 1+ year experience in optical, retail, sales or customer service.
• Strong multitasking, time management and organizational skills.
• Clear communication and the ability to educate customers effectively.
• Prioritize customer satisfaction at every interaction.
• Bilingual abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver warm, confident, and personalized service at every stage of the visit.
• Guide customers through eyewear selection, final fitting, and product education.
• Ensure customers leave feeling confident in their eyewear and experience.
• Assist with patient flow, pre-exam screenings, and smooth transitions in the in-store flow.
• Perform finishing work including final adjustments, inspections and quality checks.
• Prepare orders for pickup and deliver polished, brand-aligned handoffs.

Skills

Dispensing license

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

National Vision's Eyeglass World is seeking an Optical Specialist for our in-store team. This customer-facing role blends eyewear support, finishing excellence, and brand-aligned service to deliver a seamless experience from selection to pickup.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, 1+ year in optical/retail, and a dispensing license as required by state law. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential; bilingual abilities are a plus.