Veterans-Focused Optician at VA Clinic | Mon–Fri

PDS Optical; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Commissions and incentives

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings & flexible spending

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and sick leave

Life insurance

Employee discount program

Referral bonuses

Employee assistance program

Job summary

PDS Optical is seeking an Experienced Optician to join our team at the Columbia, SC VA clinic and assist Veterans with eyewear and vision care.

You will provide friendly service, help fit and adjust eyewear, and ensure accurate lens measurements while upholding VA guidelines. This position offers a stable schedule, competitive hourly pay, and a sign-on bonus, with no evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Must begin an apprenticeship upon onboarding and obtain licensure in accordance with minimum state regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Skilled in fitting, adjusting, repairing, and selling eyewear
• Proficient with manual lensometers, pupilometers, and computer systems
• Familiarity with VA optical benefits and discounts is a plus
• Dependable, self-motivated, and customer-focused

Responsibilities

• Deliver friendly, professional, and efficient service to Veterans
• Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction
• Collaborate with team members to maintain a positive environment
• Successfully pass a background check for VA facility access

Skills

Customer service

Eyewear fitting

Lensometry

Pupilometry

Computer systems

Communication skills

Education

Apprenticeship/licensure per state requirements

Tools

Manual lensometers

Pupilometers

Job description

PDS Optical is seeking an Experienced Optician to join our team at the Columbia, SC VA clinic and assist Veterans with eyewear and vision care.

You will provide friendly service, help fit and adjust eyewear, and ensure accurate lens measurements while upholding VA guidelines. This position offers a stable schedule, competitive hourly pay, and a sign-on bonus, with no evenings or weekends.