Patient-Focused Optician & Eyewear Specialist

Medical Eyeglass Center, Inc.; South Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Job summary

Medical Eyeglass Center (MEC) is seeking a skilled optician to join our team inside medical offices, delivering high-quality vision care and eyewear services. You will guide patients through selection, fitting, and adjustments, while maintaining accurate records and collaborating with clinic staff.

The role emphasizes patient-first service, technical precision, and a professional setting. Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, on-site position in South Kingstown, RI, with opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret spectacle prescriptions (and contact lenses if applicable).
• Strong customer service and sales skills, including handling objections.
• Attention to detail with eyewear fittings, adjustments, and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide patients with an outstanding eyewear experience from selection to fitting and adjustments.
• Accurately process and complete orders through MEC’s point-of-sale systems.
• Maintain detailed records of prescriptions, orders, payments, and insurance claims.
• Review and track lab orders to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Submit insurance claims, post payments, and follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Dispense prescription and non-prescription eyewear and contact lenses where applicable.
• Assist patients with eyewear adjustments, repairs, and cleaning.
• Maintain frame inventory and keep displays organized and stocked.
• Build positive working relationships with providers, technicians, and administrative staff.

Skills

Eyewear fitting

Prescription interpretation

Customer service

Sales skills

Education

RDO/LDO license

Tools

MS Excel

Insurance portals

Job description

Medical Eyeglass Center (MEC) is seeking a skilled optician to join our team inside medical offices, delivering high-quality vision care and eyewear services. You will guide patients through selection, fitting, and adjustments, while maintaining accurate records and collaborating with clinic staff.

The role emphasizes patient-first service, technical precision, and a professional setting. Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, on-site position in South Kingstown, RI, with opportunities to contribute to