Optician jobs in Mesa, AZ

Optician measures and fits contact lenses and eyeglass frames based on prescriptions written by ophthalmologists or optometrists. Takes precision measurements of eyes using a pupilometer and other devices to ensure proper fit of eyeglasses or contact lenses. Being an Optician assists and advises customers in selecting frames based on their prescription, lifestyle needs, and style preferences. Inspects lenses for quality, fits and adjusts eyewear, and repairs eyewear as needed. Additionally, Optician instructs customer on correct eyeglasses and contact lens care and maintenance. May process work orders and sales. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Applicable License. Requires Licensed Optician. Typically reports to a manager. Optician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Optician
  • 2020 Image Eye Center-Gilbert
  • Gilbert, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Opticians are responsible for selling eyewear and eyewear accessories to patients. They ensure patients are fitted with the right-size frames that fit their needs and lifestyle and dispense lenses with correct prescription and measurements. Opticians are at the heart of our business. Their technical and customer service skills ensure patient satisfaction and repeat business.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    • Delivers extraordinary experience to each and every patient. Provides patients with a complete understanding of our customized recommendations for products and services
    • Develops own clientele from providing outstanding service and obtaining referrals
    • Keeps current on company/industry products and procedures, manufacturer rebates, and types of lenses and frames available
    • Takes and returns patient calls, updating patients on the status of their order and resolving order issues should they arise. Escalates any issues with the Store Manager, as necessary.
    • Retrieves patient charts and electronic health records
    • Assists patients in selecting frames, lens type, and lens treatments including tints and coatings; depending on specific patient needs and facial measurements
    • Educates patients on proper eyeglass and contact lens care
    • Collect eye and face measurements to ensure proper fit
    • Interprets prescriptions written by optometrist and ophthalmologist
    • Creates work orders for lab technicians, specifying information on lenses needed
    • Follows-up on all pending orders. Verifies all orders are within the time guidelines given and informs patients of status if delays occur. Notifies patient when orders arrive from lab/manufacturer
    • Dispenses glasses by inspecting the product, checking for proper fit, adjusting if necessary, and asking for feedback
    • Adjusts eyewear to ensure visual acuity, proper fit, and patient comfort. Using various tools, performs eyewear adjustments and repairs
    • Proficient in using tools such as pupilometers, PD Sticks, lensometers, pliers, wrenches, frame warmers, etc
    • Regularly communicates with technicians and/or store managers, providing additional patient information, or asking for an order status
    • Inspects the final product ensuring there are no flaws; Cleans and polishes lenses using cloths and solvents
    • Cleans and organizes frame boards, displays, mirrors, work bench, office area, bathroom, and breakroom, maintaining overall cleanliness and visual appeal of the store
    • Restocks retail boards with new merchandize
    • Understands product issues and analyzes any problems. Thoroughly and accurately answers patients' questions regarding insurance, warranty, products, materials, services, pricing, upgrades, promotions, etc
    • Collaborates with technicians, front desk associates, Managers, and Optometrist
    • Sells miscellaneous products such as cleaners, contact lens supply, sunglasses, safety glasses, etc
    Requirements:
    Qualifications
    • High School Diploma
    • Minimum of one-year experience working as an Optician strongly preferred
    • Experience with HIPAA requirements preferred
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
    • Excellent customer service skills and pleasant demeanor, experience with sales preferred
    • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
    • Dependability and punctuality
    • Ability to lift up to 30lbs, bend, kneel, and stand up to 8hrs a day
    Physical Demands

    • This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.

    Req Benefits: Benefits: 401(k) with Match, Medical/Dental/Life/STD/LTD, Vision Service Plan, Employee Vision Discount, Program HSA/FSA, PTO, Paid Holidays *Benefits applicable to Full Time Employment only*
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Optician
  • Lumina Vision Partners
  • Gilbert, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Job Description The Optician is responsible for assisting patients with their eyewear needs. The Optician will recommend specific eyewear, take measurements, fit and adjust glasses, and teach customer...
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Optician
  • Woolf Eye Care Center
  • Gilbert, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Opticians are responsible for selling eyewear and eyewear accessories to patients. They ensure patients are fitted with the right-size frames that fit their needs and lifestyle and dispense lenses wit...
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Optician
  • Lumina Vision Partners
  • Scottsdale, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Job Description The Optician is responsible for assisting patients with their eyewear needs. The Optician will recommend specific eyewear, take measurements, fit and adjust glasses, and teach customer...
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Optician
  • American Vision Partners
  • SCOTTSDALE, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Company IntroAt American Vision Partners (AVP), we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best-in-class management systems, operational infrastructure, an...
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Optician
  • Salt River Eye Care
  • Scottsdale, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Overview:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Optician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping patients find the perfect eyewear solution in collaboration with the Do...
  • 29 Days Ago
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Optician Licensed
  • Superior Optical, Inc.
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Job Type Full-time Description Are you looking for a rewarding, full time job (40+hrs) with great benefits, 11 federal h...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Licensed Optician - Scottsdale Fashion Square
  • Warby Parker
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • Job Status: Full-Time Warby Parker is searching for skilled and enthusiastic Licensed Opticians to join our growing team...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Licensed Optician
  • Pearle Vision
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • GENERAL FUNCTION: The basic function of the Optician is to attract and retain patients by delivering an exceptional pati...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Licensed Optician
  • Costco
  • Glendale, AZ
  • Job Description Assists members in ordering eyeglasses. Uses computer to process orders, dispenses eyeglasses and contac...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Optician Non-Licensed
  • Superior Optical, Inc.
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Job Type Full-time Description Are you looking for a rewarding, full time job (40+hrs) with great benefits, 11 federal h...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sales Associate - Optical
  • America's Best
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The Americas Best ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sales Associate - Optical
  • America's Best
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest and fastest-growing optical retailers in the United States...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Licensed Optician (AZ) Full and Part Time
  • Eyemart Express
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Licensed Optician This is for a full-time position. Are you looking for a career that will bring you "home?" A career wi...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Mesa, Arizona

Mesa (/ˈmeɪsə/ MAY-sə) is a city in Maricopa County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. It is a suburb located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Phoenix in the East Valley section of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. It is bordered by Tempe on the west, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community on the north, Chandler and Gilbert on the south along with Queen Creek, and Apache Junction on the east. Mesa is the largest suburban city by population in the United States, the third-largest city in Arizona after Phoenix and Tucson, and the 36th-largest city overall in the US. The city is home to 496,401 pe...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Optician jobs
$46,833 to $60,928
Mesa, Arizona area prices
were up 2.2% from a year ago
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What does an Optician do?

Optician in Las Cruces, NM
There they receive hands-on experience working as real opticians; they learn about optical mathematics, optical physics and how to use precision eye measuring instruments.
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Opticians make eyeglasses, sell eyeglasses, repair eyeglasses and adjust eyeglasses.
February 10, 2020
Optician in Bridgeport, CT
Some opticians enter the occupation with an associate’s degree or a certificate from a community college or technical school.
February 09, 2020