Optical Technician & Frame Fitting Expert

EyeCare Partners; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eye care provider is seeking an Optical Technician in New York, NY. This role involves maximizing retail sales while providing essential medical assistance to patients. Responsibilities include helping patients select suitable frames, dispensing and fitting glasses or contacts, and performing essential measurements using optical equipment. Candidates should have prior experience in a medical office, preferably in ophthalmology, and a high school diploma or GED is required. This position offers a dynamic environment with a strong patient focus.

Qualifications

• Previous medical office experience preferred, especially in ophthalmology.
• At least 1 year of customer/patient interaction experience or equivalent.
• Proof of identity and right to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with patients while providing medical support.
• Assist patients in selecting frames that suit them.
• Operate lensometers and collect necessary lens measurements.
• Dispense and repair patient frames and orders.

Skills

Customer interaction

Frame selection

Lens measurements

Technical skills in optics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Auto-lensometer

Manual lensometer

Job description

A leading eye care provider is seeking an Optical Technician in New York, NY. This role involves maximizing retail sales while providing essential medical assistance to patients. Responsibilities include helping patients select suitable frames, dispensing and fitting glasses or contacts, and performing essential measurements using optical equipment. Candidates should have prior experience in a medical office, preferably in ophthalmology, and a high school diploma or GED is required. This position offers a dynamic environment with a strong patient focus.