Optician: Training, Fitting & Lab Specialist

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston Optometry Clinic seeks a skilled professional to instruct, evaluate, and guide optometry students in eyewear fitting and dispensing. You will oversee student performance, ensure high-quality patient care, and coordinate with labs and doctors to optimize outcomes.

Responsibilities include fabricating spectacles, verifying prescriptions, and assisting with patient inquiries. Knowledge of ABO certification and conversational Spanish is preferred; security checks apply to all

Qualifications

• ABO certification preferred.
• Conversational Spanish speaking skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and trains optometry students in selecting, fitting and dispensing ophthalmic eyewear.
• Fabricates spectacles in the finishing lab.
• Analyzes patients' optical problems and coordinates solutions with other clinics, doctors and laboratories.
• Fits, adjusts and dispenses eyewear to patients.
• Verifies spectacle prescriptions upon receipt from the laboratory.
• Communicates with optical laboratories and vendors to expedite delivery of optical goods.
• Communicates with doctors and faculty to resolve patient visual complaints and problems.
• Answers patient questions in person and over the telephone.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Conversational Spanish

Education

ABO certification

Job description

University of Houston Optometry Clinic seeks a skilled professional to instruct, evaluate, and guide optometry students in eyewear fitting and dispensing. You will oversee student performance, ensure high-quality patient care, and coordinate with labs and doctors to optimize outcomes.

Responsibilities include fabricating spectacles, verifying prescriptions, and assisting with patient inquiries. Knowledge of ABO certification and conversational Spanish is preferred; security checks apply to all