Optician
Design, measure, fit, and adapt lenses and frames for client according to written optical prescription or specification. Assist client with inserting, removing, and caring for contact lenses. Assist client with selecting frames. Measure customer for size of eyeglasses and coordinate frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription. Prepare work order for optical laboratory containing instructions for grinding and mounting lenses in frames. Verify exactness of finished lens spectacles. Adjust frame and lens position to fit client. May shape or reshape frames. Includes contact lens opticians.
At a Glance
Optician. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2–2.5 years. Top skills: Customer Service, Medical Prescription, Merchandising.
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High school or GED
2–2.5 years
6
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Opticians, Dispensing
Median Wage
$46,560/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+2.9%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (13)
Medical Prescription
Merchandising
Retail Sales
Selling Techniques
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Invoicing
General Mathematics
Product Knowledge
Cash Register
Planogram
Marketing
Optometry
Inventory Management
Common Skills (16)
Customer Service
Sales
Proactivity
Calculators
Detail Oriented
Communication
Management
Concision
Patience
Consulting
Self-Motivation
Coaching
Interpersonal Communications
Problem Solving
Certifications (1)
American Board Of Opticianry (ABO) Certified
Related Specializations
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