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Job Title: Full Time Optician / Eyewear Specialist
Locations: Greensburg & Harrison City, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Join Our Family-Owned Private Optometry Practice
We are a family-owned, private optometry practice proudly serving the Greensburg, Harrison City, and Ligonier communities. Our team is committed to providing exceptional, personalized eye care in a warm and professional environment.
We are currently seeking a Full-Time Optician / Eyewear Specialist to support both our Greensburg and Harrison City office locations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and eager to grow in the medical field.
Experience is preferred, but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.
Position Responsibilities
- Interpret prescriptions from optometrists accurately.
- Guide patients through frame selection based on their style, face shape, and prescription needs.
- Educate patients on premium lens technologies, including progressives, anti-reflective coatings, and blue-light filters.
- Take precise facial measurements, including pupillary distance (PD) and segment height.
- Verify finished eyewear using a lensometer to ensure exact laboratory compliance.
- Perform professional frame adjustments and minor repairs using optical tools.
- Assist patients with contact lens insertion, removal, and hygiene training.
- Navigate vision insurance benefits, explain co-pays, and process transactions efficiently.
Qualifications
Preferred:
- Previous ophthalmic, optometric, or medical office experience
- Familiarity with electronic medical records
- Strong multitasking and organizational skills
Required:
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliability and flexibility to work between both office locations
- Willingness to learn and be trained
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Schedule
Full-time hours with flexibility required between our Greensburg and Harrison City office locations.
[4-5 days per week, occasional Saturdays]
Why Join Our Team?
- Family-oriented, supportive workplace
- Hands-on clinical training provided
- Opportunity to learn specialized ophthalmic skills
- Work closely with experienced providers and staff
- Opportunity for professional growth within the practice
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Walmart103
- LensCrafters96
- EssilorLuxottica74
- AEG Vision73
- Warby Parker68
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in optician jobs.
- ABO-NCLE certification or state optician license as required by jurisdiction
- Experience fitting and adjusting eyeglass frames and contact lenses
- Proficiency reading and interpreting optical prescriptions accurately
- Familiarity with optical lab equipment including edgers and lensometers
- Strong patient communication and customer service skills
- Knowledge of vision insurance billing and optical practice management software
Tips for Your Optician Job Search
List every lens and frame system you know
Optical employers screen for familiarity with specific surfacing equipment, edging machines, and practice management software. Name the exact systems you've used on your resume rather than listing generic 'optical software' or 'dispensing equipment' so hiring managers can match your experience to their setup.
Clarify your licensure status upfront
Optician licensing requirements vary by state, and some employers only interview candidates who are already licensed or ABO-NCLE certified. Put your certification status and state license number near the top of your resume so screeners don't have to dig for it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists optician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles that match your specialty
Postings for contact lens fitters, dispensing opticians, and lab opticians attract different applicants. Search for the title that reflects your actual daily work so you surface roles where your specific skills, whether in contact lens fitting or frame adjustments, are the core requirement.
Prepare to discuss a difficult fitting scenario
Interviewers at optical practices almost always ask how you handle a patient with a complex prescription or fitting challenge. Walk in with a specific example that shows your troubleshooting process, not just that you resolved it, so the answer demonstrates clinical judgment rather than luck.
Negotiate using the full compensation picture
Optical employers often include frame discounts, continuing education reimbursements, and paid licensure renewal in their offers. If the base offer is lower than expected, ask about these benefits before countering, since they carry real financial value that is easy to overlook.
Optician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most opticians?
The companies hiring the most opticians right now include Walmart, LensCrafters, and EssilorLuxottica, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Optical retail chains and large ophthalmology group practices tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.
How many optician jobs are remote?
About 14% of optician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since most roles require hands-on patient fitting and in-person dispensing work. The sub-areas most likely to support remote arrangements include optical customer service roles, insurance verification, and virtual optical consulting where regulations permit.
How do you become an optician?
You become an optician by completing a formal training program at a community college or vocational school, or through an apprenticeship under a licensed optician. After completing your training, you sit for the ABO-NCLE national certification exams. Some states also require a separate state license, so you check your state's specific requirements before applying for positions.
Can you get hired as an optician with little or no experience?
Yes, many optical retail employers hire entry-level opticians and provide on-the-job training toward ABO certification. Highlighting any customer-facing, healthcare, or patient service background helps your application stand out even without direct optical experience. Internships or apprenticeships completed during a training program also count and should appear prominently on your resume.
What does the optician interview process look like?
The optician interview process typically begins with a phone or video screen focused on your certification status and availability. An in-person interview follows, where a practice manager or lead optician asks scenario-based questions about fitting challenges, patient interactions, and prescription interpretation. Some employers include a brief practical assessment where you demonstrate frame adjustments or use a lensometer.
Where can I find and apply to optician jobs?
You can find and apply to optician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and license status, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.
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