Optical Technician — Glasses & Contacts Expert

EyeCare Partners; Missouri; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental, Life

401k with employer matching

PTO and paid holidays

Paid maternity leave

Competitive base pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Clarkson Eyecare is seeking an Optical Technician to dispense and fit glasses and contacts, using prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists. You will assist patients with frame selection, take precise measurements, and ensure accurate lens and frame fitting in a fast-paced office setting.

Responsibilities include operating lensometers, recommending lenses and coatings, and processing orders in E360.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous medical office experience preferred; ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum 1 year in a customer/patient-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent patient care and support the Total Patient Experience.
• Assist patients in frame selection based on style and measurements.
• Operate auto-lensometer and lensometer to ensure proper prescriptions.
• Educate patients on lenses, coatings and frame options.
• Accurately record measurements (bridge, eye size, PD, etc.).
• Dispense glasses and contact lens orders in E360.

Skills

Communication

Reading insurance forms

Reading safety rules/instructions

Writing routine reports

Public speaking

HIPAA compliance

Background check

Identity/work eligibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Clarkson Eyecare is seeking an Optical Technician to dispense and fit glasses and contacts, using prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists. You will assist patients with frame selection, take precise measurements, and ensure accurate lens and frame fitting in a fast-paced office setting.

Responsibilities include operating lensometers, recommending lenses and coatings, and processing orders in E360.