PRN Optical Tech/Optician

Marathon Health; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Health is seeking a dispensing optician to help customers select and fit glasses or contacts, based on prescriptions from optometrists. You will dispense and order eyewear, measure lenses, and ensure accurate fitting and patient education.

The role requires handling eye measurements, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining inventory while delivering friendly, professional service in a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred plus 2 years dispensing lenses or equivalent.
• Dispensing Optician certification required.
• ABO/NCLE certification preferred.
• Experience with contact lenses and glasses.
• Ability to operate a lensometer and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret prescriptions written by optometrists.
• Educate patients on lens options to suit medical needs and lifestyle.
• Take eye measurements including pupillary distance and segment heights.
• Adjust eyeglass frames for proper fit and comfort.
• Repair damaged frames and manage orders/inventory.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and coordinate fittings.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Calm under pressure

Detail-oriented

Diplomacy

Adaptability

Compassionate demeanor

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Dispensing Optician certification required

ABO/NCLE certification preferred

Tools

Lensometer

Job description

Marathon Health is a leading advanced primary care provider, partnering with employer and union plan sponsors to improve health for millions of Americans. With nationwide onsite, nearsite, and network health centers, and virtual primary care, Marathon delivers a value-based model that enhances the healthcare experience for members and providers, while driving meaningful cost savings for plan sponsors. Marathon is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work® reflecting the company's commitment to building an inclusive, high-trust culture where all employees can thrive. Learn more at marathon.health

About The Job

An optician helps customers with fitting glasses or contact lenses, after obtaining prescriptions from our optometrists. Also known as a dispensing optician, the optician advises customers on the styles and characteristics of eyewear to best suit their needs.

The job duties include but are not limited to dispensing and ordering glasses, fitting and measuring lenses, managing relationships with industry representatives, and more.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Interpretation of prescriptions written by optometrists
• Educate patients on their corrective lens options and help them make a choice that fits their medical needs as well as lifestyle preferences
• Collection of eye measurements including pupillary distance, segment heights, etc.
• Adjusting eyeglasses to ensure a proper fit
• Repairing broken frames
• Educating client employees on proper eyeglass and contact lens care
• Keeping track of orders, prescriptions, and inventory
• Manage relationships with vendors
• A sense of fashion and an eye for detail
• Schedule appointments and interpret an electronic health record
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred plus a minimum of 2 years’ experience dispensing corrective lenses or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified as Dispensing Optician required. American Board of Opticianry (ABO) and National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) certification preferred. Experience with both contact lenses and glasses. Ability to operate lensometer and other equipment.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent customer service skills required
• Proficiency with interpersonal and interprofessional communication
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Time management abilities
• Ability to stay calm and upbeat in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate/patient demeanor
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to maintain tact and diplomacy in a stressful environment
• A willingness to learn and adapt

Pay Range:

$20.00-24.00/hr

The actual offer may vary dependent upon geographic location and the candidate’s years of experience and/or skill level.