Experienced Optician Optical Lab Technician

Primary Responsibilities

• Help patients select frames that complement their prescription, lifestyle, and personal style
• Recommend appropriate lens materials, designs, coatings, and upgrades
• Take accurate optical measurements, including PD, segment height, and OC height
• Adjust, fit, and repair eyewear
• Explain pricing and vision-plan benefits clearly
• Deliver completed eyewear and ensure proper vision, comfort, and fit
• Build strong patient relationships and support the growth of the optical department
• Assist with patient flow and general office responsibilities during busy periods

Qualifications

• Previous optician experience is required
• Optical lab, lens-edging, or finishing experience is strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of lens designs, materials, treatments, and coatings
• Accurate and confident with optical measurements
• Comfortable working with patients and discussing lens recommendations and pricing
• Strong sales and customer-service abilities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Dependable, organized, professional, and team-oriented
• Able to move comfortably between the optical floor and laboratory

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of optical experience
• Experience with premium eyewear and lens products
• Experience with VSP, EyeMed, or other vision plans
• ABO certification
• Experience working in a private or boutique optometry practice

Schedule and Compensation

• Full-time position
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Saturdays are required
• Long-term growth opportunity within the practice

Why Join Eyes of the Marina Optometry?

• Work with premium eyewear and modern optical technology
• Use and expand both your dispensing and laboratory skills
• Join an established private practice with a loyal patient base
• Work in a professional and supportive team environment
• Enjoy a varied role combining technical craftsmanship, patient care, and optical sales

Please submit your resume and briefly describe your experience with optical dispensing, eyewear sales, measurements, adjustments, repairs, and lens edging. We look forward to meeting you!