TRAVELING OPTICIAN

PDS Optical; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited commissions

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

FSA

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

PDS Optical in Tampa, FL is seeking a Travel Optician to support Veterans at the VA Medical Center with travel across the United States and US territories. The role pays $25-$30 per hour, with 3% commissions and a typical Mon-Fri schedule, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, based out of the Tampa VA facility and traveling 80%+.

You will fit, adjust, repair, and dispense eyewear, provide friendly patient service, and ensure compliance with VA security and background requirements while collaborating with a

Qualifications

• Ability to provide friendly, knowledgeable service to Veterans.
• Experience with lensometers, pupilometers, and optical software.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to travel nationwide (80%+).

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, knowledgeable service to our Veterans.
• Fit, adjust, repair, and dispense eyewear with precision.
• Deliver an exceptional patient experience every visit.
• Collaborate with a supportive optical team.
• Maintain compliance with VA security and background requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Tools

Lensometers

Pupilometers

Optical software

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

TRAVELING OPTICIAN

Tampa, FL D-030-VISN 8 CF Full Time Retail or VA Tampa, FL, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly

PDS Optical is a SDVOSB Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that manufactures a very large number of eyeglasses each day. We have Optical Laboratories in Louisville, KY and Fort Lauderdale, FL and manage many optical stores across the US and Puerto Rico. We take great pride in our product and are especially thankful to produce eyeglasses for United States Veterans. PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity employer who values everyone and is committed to EEO for all. We consider our employees to be our most valuable asset and would love for you to consider joining our team.

Join Our Team at PDS Optical!

Tampa, FL| VA Medical Center

Serve Those Who Served

At PDS Optical, we don't just provide eyewear - we provide care, respect, and service to our Veterans. We're looking for a Travel Optician!In this role, you will be based out of the Tampa, FL VA. Travel would be anywhere in the United States and US Territories. Anticipated travel time would be 80%+.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• $25-$30/hour
• 3% Commissions
• Travel across the Country
• The Typical schedule is Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Work in a professional VA medical environment

What You’ll Do

• Provide friendly, knowledgeable, and compassionate service to our Veterans
• Fit, adjust, repair, and dispense eyewear with precision
• Deliver an exceptional patient experience every visit
• Collaborate with a supportive optical team
• Maintain compliance with VA security and background requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Self-motivated
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Experience with lensometers, pupilometers, and optical software
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and service-driven
• Knowledge of VA optical benefits (preferred, not required)

Benefits That Support You

• Competitive base pay
• Unlimited commissions and incentives
• Health, dental, life insurance, and more!
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match after 6 months of hire
• Paid time off
• 11 Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

Make a Difference Every Day

Join a company that values work-life balance, invests in its people, and allows you to serve Veterans with pride and dignity!

PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace Employer with Affimmative Action plans for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities as required under VEVRAA and Section 503, respectively.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

If you need an accommodation seeking employment with PDS Optical of assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please email hrhelpdesk @pdsoptical.com or call 502-813-3318. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.