Optical Sales Associate / Optician - Training Provided!

Clarkson Eyecare, Inc.; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401k with employer matching

PTO & holidays

Maternity leave

Competitive base pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Clarkson Eyecare in Clayton, MO seeks an Optical Technician to dispense glasses and contacts, fitting frames from prescriptions issued by Optometrists and Ophthalmologists. You will engage with patients to understand needs and coordinate eyewear solutions.

The role requires eyes-on accuracy with measurements, lens selections, and adherence to HIPAA and office protocols. Strong customer service and basic computer skills are essential for daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous ophthalmic experience preferred.
• Minimum 1 year in customer/patient interactions.
• ABO/ABOC and NCLE certifications preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with patients while delivering great medical support.
• Assist patients in selecting frames according to style, measurements and prescriptions.
• Operate the auto-lensometer and manual lensometer.
• Educate and recommend lenses, coatings and frames to patient needs.
• Accurately collect measurements such as bridge size, eye size, temple length and pupillary distance.
• Dispense orders and repair/adjust frames; dispense glasses and contact lens orders in the system.
• Maintain inventory and keep work area clean and organized.
• Follow all office protocols and assist with other duties as needed.

Skills

Communication & interpersonal skills

Insurance forms interpretation

Report writing

Public speaking to groups

HIPAA compliance

Background check clearance

Work eligibility documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Title

Optical Technician (Optician)

Company

Clarkson Eyecare

Location

Clayton, MO

Perks

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive Base Pay
• Employee Discounts

Hours

• Full Time
• Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-1pm
• You may need to work a little earlier and/or later as needed
• You will not work all of these hours, but you must have open availability to work any shift within these hours

Summary

An Optical Technician will achieve a world-class Total Patient Experience that maximizes retail sales while also supporting the patients' medical needs. This team member is trained to dispense and fit glasses and contacts, working from the prescriptions written by Optometrists and Ophthalmologists. They connect the patient's needs to the goods and services we offer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support
• Determine patients' wants and needs and sell to exceed their expectations
• Assist patients in selecting frames according to style and color, coordinating frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
• Operate the auto-lensometer and manual lensometer
• Educate and recommend specific lenses, lens coatings and frames to suit patient needs
• Accurately collect measurements such as bridge, eye size, temple length, seg heights, vertex distance, pupillary distance, and pantoscopic tilt
• Dispense patient orders and repair and adjust patient frames
• Dispense all glasses and/or contact lens orders in E360
• Ensure all job aids and policies are followed
• Maintain frame standards with cleaning and organization of fully stocked and well-presented areas
• Follow all protocols to keep frame inventory accurate
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
• Assist with other duties in the office as needed

Qualifications

• Communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret insurance forms
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• HIPAA: All Associates must comply with the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as it pertains to disclosures of protected health information (PHI) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPPA Privacy Policies and Procedures
• Favorable result on background check as required by state
• Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred
• Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/patients or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Licenses and Credentials

• Current ABO/ABOC and NCLE certifications (or obtained with first 2 years of employment) preferred, but not required

Systems and Technology

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Physical Requirements

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.