Optician — Patient‑Focused Eyewear Expert with Growth Path

joinaegvision; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/STD/LTD

Employee Vision Discount Program

HSA/FSA

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

AEG Vision is seeking an Optician to provide expert eyewear solutions and exceptional patient care. You will assist patients in selecting frames and lenses that fit prescription, lifestyle, and style while ensuring proper fit and accurate dispensing.

The role emphasizes patient satisfaction, insurance understanding, and collaboration with technicians and doctors to deliver top-tier vision care. This full-time position includes competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School or GED qualification.
• ABO/NCLE preferred but not required.
• Minimum of one-year experience as an Optician preferred.
• HIPAA experience preferred.
• PC skills: MS Office, Windows.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in selecting frames, lenses, and treatments based on prescription and lifestyle.
• Take and verify measurements; ensure proper frame fit and adjustments.
• Explain insurance coverage, pricing, and warranty options to patients.
• Dispense glasses with quality checks and proper alignment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area and displays.
• Communicate with technicians and managers to update order status.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Sales experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

ABO/NCLE certification preferred

Tools

Pupilometer

PD sticks

Lensometer

Pliers

Wrenches

Frame warmer

Job description

AEG Vision is seeking an Optician to provide expert eyewear solutions and exceptional patient care. You will assist patients in selecting frames and lenses that fit prescription, lifestyle, and style while ensuring proper fit and accurate dispensing.

The role emphasizes patient satisfaction, insurance understanding, and collaboration with technicians and doctors to deliver top-tier vision care. This full-time position includes competitive benefits.