Optician jobs in Connecticut
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)
Recently Added Optician jobs
Optician
- Vision Source
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West Hartford, CT
FULL_TIME
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Do you love fashion, fun people, and helping clients look their best? Then, if you know retail sales and want to learn optical sales, this may be your perfect career! Join the Sight team today in this Optician job at our West Hartford, CT location!
As an Optician, you will be an essential part of an outstanding team, seamlessly taking customers through the process of selecting and ordering eyewear and accessories that best suit them, assisting with fitting, and providing education on the proper care for their chosen products — all within a fun and upbeat environment.
When you join Sight, you become part of a collaborative team in a relaxed atmosphere that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch to the members of our community. Bring your upbeat personality and build a career you'll love in this Optician job in our West Hartford, CT location.
Join the team and apply for our Optician job today!Job Responsibilities
Optician Job Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional customer service by understanding and assisting patients' needs.
- Guide and assist patients in the eyewear and frame/lens selection process by using extensive knowledge of product lines and options to educate the client.
- Maximize sales offerings and educate clients on lens options.
- Use proper tools to take accurate measurements and fit/adjust eyewear for patient needs.
- Promise accurate delivery & turnaround times meeting the patients' needs. Immediately notify the patient of any delays in delivery times.
- Stock eyeglass cases, cleaners, and contact lens station, and ensure frame boards are full as applicable.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Optician Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 1-3 years previous Optician experience preferred
- Fashion savvy and enjoy helping people in a customer setting.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written), including strong interpersonal skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Comfortable with sales and making transactions.
- Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.
- 12 Days Ago
Optician
- Westport Eyecare Associates
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Westport, CT
PART_TIME
- Full-scope optometric office seeks personable, detailed, and outgoing Optician to join our welcoming eyecare practice. Job entails selling, fitting and troubleshooting eye wear, performing lab work, i...
- 16 Days Ago
Optician
- Eyewear at willows
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Westport, CT
PART_TIME
- Apprentice Optician part time 3 day per week with potential to full time. Someone with a keen sense of style, attention to detail and a passion for helping our customers find the perfect frame and len...
- 16 Days Ago
Optician
- Atlas Eye Care & Eyewear
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Woodbridge, CT
FULL_TIME
- Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Optician to join our team. As an Optician, you will be responsible for assisting customers in selecting and fitting eyeglasses and contact lenses, ...
- 1 Month Ago
Optician
- Vision Source
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Hartford, CT
PART_TIME
- Do you love fashion, fun people, and helping clients look their best? Then, if you know retail sales and want to learn optical sales, this may be your perfect career! Join the Sight team today in this...
- 1 Month Ago
Optician
- Look New Canaan
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Canaan, CT
PART_TIME
- Join Our Team as an Optician! Are you ready to take your eyewear expertise to the next level and make fashion meet function? We're on the lookout for a fabulous optician to join our upscale boutique a...
- 1 Month Ago
Optician jobs at Popular Companies
Optician
- Warby Parker
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Pittsburgh, PA
- New Store Opening Job Status: Full-Time Warby Parker is searching for skilled and enthusiastic Opticians to join our gro...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Optician
- Northwell Health
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Port Jefferson, NY
- Job Description Job Description Under the supervision of, and in conjunction with an Ophthalmologist, diagnoses and trea...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Optician
- Amtec Inc.
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Chino Hills, CA
- EYEWEAR SPECIALIST Chino Hills, CA 91709 CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists patients with proper frame and lens s...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Optician
- AEG Vision
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Monroeville, PA
- 4156 William Penn Highway, Monroeville, Pennsylvania 15146The Eye Glass Store Opticians are responsible for selling eyew...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Optician
- eyecarecenter
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Winston Salem, NC
- An Optician will achieve a world class Total Patient Experience that both maximizes the retail sales but also supports t...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Optician
- Matthew R Sullivan Od Pc
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Prescott, AZ
- Company Description Premier Eye Center (MATTHEW R SULLIVAN OD PC) is a medical practice company based in Prescott, Arizo...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Optician
- Amtec Inc.
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Diamond Bar, CA
- EYEWEAR SPECIALIST / OPTICIAN Location: Diamond Bar, CA CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists patients with proper f...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Optician
- eyecarecenter
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Elizabeth City, NC
- An Optician will achieve a world class Total Patient Experience that both maximizes the retail sales but also supports t...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Connecticut
Connecticut is bordered on the south by Long Island Sound, on the west by New York, on the north by Massachusetts, and on the east by Rhode Island. The state capital and fourth largest city is Hartford, and other major cities and towns (by population) include Bridgeport, New Haven, Stamford, Waterbury, Norwalk, Danbury, New Britain, Greenwich, and Bristol. Connecticut is slightly larger than the country of Montenegro. There are 169 incorporated towns in Connecticut.The highest peak in Connecticut is Bear Mountain in Salisbury in the northwest corner of the state. The highest point is just east...
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Income Estimation for Optician jobs
$50,910 to $66,231
Most Popular Cities in Connecticut for Optician Jobs
What does an Optician do?
Optician in New Brunswick, NJ
Opticians are not eye doctors and do not do eye exams.
January 20, 2020
Optician in Minneapolis, MN
Opticians help people choose the best possible eyewear and lenses based on fashion, fit and customer needs.
February 23, 2020
Optician in Saint Petersburg, FL
Many don’t really know the difference between optometrists, opticians, and ophthalmologists.
December 09, 2019