Optician: Frame Fitting, Lens Options & Patient Care

Northwest Eye Care Professionals; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Eye Care Professionals in Hillsboro, Oregon, is seeking a full-time Optician to assist patients in selecting and fitting eyeglasses and lenses based on prescriptions and lifestyle needs. You will interpret prescriptions, recommend lens options and frame styles, and verify the accuracy of eyewear while supporting patient flow and collaboration with clinicians.

You will educate patients on eyewear care, manage orders and inventory, and maintain a clean, organized dispensary.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of optics and interpreting prescriptions.
• Familiarity with optometry and collaboration with clinical staff.
• Customer service skills in healthcare or retail.
• Attention to detail in frame fitting and lens selection.
• Effective communication and patient-focused demeanor.
• Ability to work on-site full time.
• Prior optician experience or in an optical environment preferred; licensure or certification is a plus.
• Basic computer skills and comfort with POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in selecting and fitting eyeglasses and lenses based on prescriptions and lifestyle needs.
• Interpret optical prescriptions and recommend lens options and frame styles.
• Verify the accuracy and quality of finished eyewear.
• Support patient flow and coordinate with optometrists and other clinical staff.
• Educate patients on eyewear care and use.
• Manage orders and inventory related to frames and lenses.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized optical dispensary.
• Discuss insurance benefits with patients.

Skills

Optics knowledge

Prescription interpretation

Customer service

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

On-site work

Basic computer skills

Education

Licensure/certification

Job description

Northwest Eye Care Professionals in Hillsboro, Oregon, is seeking a full-time Optician to assist patients in selecting and fitting eyeglasses and lenses based on prescriptions and lifestyle needs. You will interpret prescriptions, recommend lens options and frame styles, and verify the accuracy of eyewear while supporting patient flow and collaboration with clinicians.

You will educate patients on eyewear care, manage orders and inventory, and maintain a clean, organized dispensary.