Optical Technician

InFocus Eyecare; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

InFocus Eyecare in Miami, FL seeks an Optical Technician to support eyewear selection and measurements, perform frame adjustments for proper fit, and ensure patient comfort during visits.

You will handle lens edging, mounting, repairs, and quality checks in a fast-paced clinical setting, while maintaining equipment and inventory and educating patients on lenses and coatings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant optics/ophthalmic training is a plus.
• Experience with optical instruments or eyewear fitting is desirable.
• Laboratory skills for lens preparation, edging, mounting, repairs, and equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with eyewear selection and frame adjustments for proper fit and comfort.
• Take precise lens measurements and ensure quality control of eyewear.
• Perform basic optical lab tasks: edging, mounting, repairs, and quality checks.
• Maintain equipment, organize optical inventory, and prepare materials for patient visits.
• Explain lenses, coatings, and products to patients and deliver courteous service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Optics knowledge

Optical fiber concepts

Laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Safety & compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Optics/ophthalmic training

Tools

Optical instruments

Lens edging equipment

Job description

Company Description

InFocus Eyecare is dedicated to providing team members with the freedom to focus on the work and life they value most, while honoring the professional legacy they have built. The organization supports long-term career growth through structured development opportunities and access to world-class resources. Team members benefit from industry-leading support designed to strengthen both clinical skills and patient service. This environment enables optical professionals to grow, contribute meaningfully, and build a sustainable career in eye care.

Role Description

The Optical Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Miami, FL. This position is responsible for assisting with patient eyewear selection, lens measurements, and frame adjustments to ensure proper fit and visual comfort. Day-to-day tasks include performing basic optical and laboratory procedures such as lens edging, mounting, repairs, and quality checks. The Optical Technician also supports the clinical team by maintaining equipment, organizing optical inventory, and preparing materials for patient visits. Regular interaction with patients is expected, including answering questions about lenses and coatings, providing product education, and delivering a courteous, efficient experience at each visit.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and communication abilities to support positive patient interactions and effective collaboration with the care team.
• Knowledge of optics and experience with optical instruments or eyewear fitting; familiarity with optical fiber concepts is beneficial for advanced applications.
• Laboratory skills related to lens preparation, edging, mounting, repairs, and general equipment handling.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in measurements, documentation, and quality control of eyewear.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment, manage multiple tasks, and follow safety and compliance procedures.
• Prior experience as an optical technician or in an eye care setting is preferred; relevant certifications or training in optics or ophthalmic technology are a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical or vocational education in optics or healthcare is advantageous.