Optometric Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Optometric technician jobs can qualify for H-1B visa or TN visa sponsorship when the role requires a directly related bachelor's degree or meets USMCA profession criteria. Employers in private optometry practices, ophthalmology clinics, and retail optical chains have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. Sponsorship is available but competitive, and your credential documentation matters from the start.
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Company: Clarkson Eyecare
Location: Columbia, MO
No medical / eyecare experience is required, as we are willing to train!
Perks
- Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
- 401k + Employer Matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Competitive Base Pay
- Employee Discounts
Hours:
- Full Time
- Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-1pm
- You may need to work a little earlier and/or later as needed
- You will not work all of these hours, but you must have open availability to work any shift within these hours
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Basic computer skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Excitement to learn and grow
- Favorable result on Background Check
Essential Functions:
- Facilitate patient flow
- Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
- Verify medical and vision insurances
- Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
- Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests
SUMMARY
An Optometric Technician is a valuable asset to an optometrist as they assist in providing a world class Total Patient Experience. This team member is able to handle a wide range of duties while using optical equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Optometrist.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support
- Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
- Practice urgency at all times placing value on a patient's time, as well as the doctor's time and schedule
- Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT
- Follow scripting for testing equipment (photos, visual fields, visual activity, etc.)
- Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip
- Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
- General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
- Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
- Commitment to work hours that meet the needs of the business which may include weekends, schedule changes or an extended schedule
QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/patients or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- Favorable result on background check as required by state
- Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or GED required
LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
- None
SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
LOCATION
- Work is primarily performed in a standard office or clinical setting. However, travel to other locations may be required to carry out essential job duties and responsibilities
Physical Requirements
- This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Job Title: Optometric Technician
Company: Clarkson Eyecare
Location: Columbia, MO
No medical / eyecare experience is required, as we are willing to train!
Perks
- Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
- 401k + Employer Matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Competitive Base Pay
- Employee Discounts
Hours:
- Full Time
- Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-1pm
- You may need to work a little earlier and/or later as needed
- You will not work all of these hours, but you must have open availability to work any shift within these hours
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Basic computer skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Excitement to learn and grow
- Favorable result on Background Check
Essential Functions:
- Facilitate patient flow
- Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
- Verify medical and vision insurances
- Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
- Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests
SUMMARY
An Optometric Technician is a valuable asset to an optometrist as they assist in providing a world class Total Patient Experience. This team member is able to handle a wide range of duties while using optical equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Optometrist.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support
- Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
- Practice urgency at all times placing value on a patient's time, as well as the doctor's time and schedule
- Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT
- Follow scripting for testing equipment (photos, visual fields, visual activity, etc.)
- Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip
- Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
- General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
- Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
- Commitment to work hours that meet the needs of the business which may include weekends, schedule changes or an extended schedule
QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/patients or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- Favorable result on background check as required by state
- Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or GED required
LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
- None
SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
LOCATION
- Work is primarily performed in a standard office or clinical setting. However, travel to other locations may be required to carry out essential job duties and responsibilities
Physical Requirements
- This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Optometric Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
H-1B eligibility requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as opticianry, vision science, or health sciences. A general associate degree or clinical certificate alone won't satisfy USCIS specialty occupation criteria, so confirm your credentials before applying.
Use O*NET to frame your job duties
O*NET lists the core tasks and knowledge areas USCIS reviewers cross-reference when evaluating specialty occupation petitions. Align your resume and offer letter language with those documented duties to strengthen the connection between your role and your degree field.
Target multi-location optical and ophthalmology employers
Corporate optical chains and hospital-affiliated ophthalmology departments are more likely to have established HR and immigration processes than solo optometrist practices. Employers with existing LCA filing history have already navigated DOL certification for this occupation.
Search verified sponsor employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate shows employers with confirmed LCA filing history for optometric and allied vision care roles, searchable by location. This saves you from cold-applying to practices with no sponsorship infrastructure or history.
Ask employers about PERM timing before accepting an offer
If you're on OPT and plan to pursue a green card, ask whether the employer has previously sponsored EB-2 or EB-3 PERM applications. PERM labor certification for clinical support roles can take 12 to 18 months, so the employer's past experience directly affects your long-term timeline.
Get your foreign credential evaluated before the offer stage
If your optometric technician training was completed outside the U.S., obtain a credential equivalency evaluation before interviews begin. USCIS will require documentation that your foreign qualification is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree for H-1B specialty occupation approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an optometric technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It depends on how the position is defined. If the employer requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as vision science, health sciences, or opticianry as a minimum for the role, it can qualify. Roles where a general degree or certificate is sufficient typically won't meet the specialty occupation standard. The job description in the LCA must reflect the degree requirement clearly.
Can Canadian optometric technicians use a TN visa to work in the U.S.?
TN visas cover professions on the USMCA list, and optometric technician is not explicitly named on that list. Canadian nationals pursuing this role would generally need to explore H-1B or other work visa pathways rather than TN. If your role overlaps significantly with a listed profession, consult with an immigration attorney to assess whether TN is applicable.
How do I find employers who have sponsored optometric technician visa applications before?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified LCA filing history for allied vision care and clinical support roles, so you can focus your applications on practices and health systems that have already navigated the sponsorship process. This is more reliable than applying broadly and asking cold.
What documents do I need ready before an employer files an LCA for my role?
Your employer needs your job title, duties, work location, and the prevailing wage for the role in that area. You can look up the prevailing wage using the OFLC Wage Search tool, which helps you and your employer align on compensation before filing. Having a detailed offer letter and your credential evaluations finalized speeds up the LCA certification process significantly.
Does the employer or the applicant pay H-1B filing fees for an optometric technician position?
USCIS rules require that the employer, not the employee, pay the required H-1B filing fees for the I-129 petition. You may not be asked to reimburse these costs as a condition of employment. Attorney fees and optional premium processing charges are sometimes negotiated differently, but the core petition fees must be covered by the sponsoring employer under DOL regulations.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Optometric Technician jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.