Optical Management Jobs in Illinois

An Optical Management plays a crucial role in the optometry industry by overseeing and managing all aspects of an optical business. This includes supervising staff, coordinating eye care services, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Additionally, Optical Management professionals adopt strategies for business development, growth, and profitability. They also ensure that patients receive high-quality care and services. To be effective in this position, professionals should possess excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Strong business acumen, coupled with in-depth knowledge of the optometry industry, is also crucial.

Typically, a professional should have an Optician certification or a degree in Optometry, Business Administration, or a related field. Prior experience in managing an optical store or experience in a supervisory role within the optometry industry is beneficial. Before becoming an Optical Management professional, one might have roles such as an Optician, Front Office Coordinator, or Optical Sales Representative. These positions provide the necessary exposure to the industry, customer service, and practical aspects of managing an optical service delivery. Hence, it is a stepping stone for someone aspiring to be in Optical Management.

1-15 of 25 Jobs

Oakley - Assistant Manager

  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago

Requisition I D : 883561 Store #: 00B037 Chicago Vault Position : Part-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information At Oakley, we believe everyone in the world can and will become better....

Are you interested in working in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and new responsibilities? Are you interested in helping clients align with their business, improve performance,...

Optics & Pet Supplies Manager

  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 days ago

Do you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training. SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting...

Rosin Eyecare - Practice Manager

  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 6 days ago

Requisition ID: 883117 Store # : 00T064 Rosin Eyecare Downer's Grove Position: Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information Rosin Eyecare was founded in 1930 with the mission of...

Optical Center Manager

  • Bourbonnais, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Bourbonnais, IL
  • 7 days ago

... What you'll do... Drives sales in the Vision Center by ensuring effective merchandise presentation including accurate and competitive pricing proper signing and instock and inventory levels...

General Manager - Optical

  • Leland Grove, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Leland Grove, IL
  • 9 days ago

Company DescriptionAmerica's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The America's Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting....

General Manager - Optical

  • Springfield, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 9 days ago

Company Description America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The Americas Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting....

Store Manager - Optical Dept

  • Belleville, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 11 days ago

... What you'll do... Drives sales in the Vision Center by ensuring effective merchandise presentation, including accurate and competitive pricing, proper signing and in-stock and inventory...

Assistant Manager - Optical

  • Mount Prospect, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL
  • 12 days ago

Company DescriptionAmerica's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The America's Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting....

Market Development Manager - Great Lakes

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Job Description: Market Development Manager - Great Lakes Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop...

Sr. Manager, R&D QA

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 18 days ago

Its consumer products include the well-known Opti-Free line of contact lens solutions and related products. Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide....

LensCrafters - Store Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • 19 days ago

Requisition ID: 881254 Store #: 000139 LensCrafters Position:Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information LensCrafters is a place for visionaries. We've got a vision for pairing...

Vision Center Manager NL 1

  • Belleville, IL
  • 20 days ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 20 days ago

... What you'll do... Drives sales in the Vision Center by ensuring effective merchandise presentation, including accurate and competitive pricing, proper signing and in-stock and inventory...

Store Manager

  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Requisition ID: 842987Store #: 000107 LensCraftersPosition:Full-TimeTotal Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information At LensCrafters, we're passionate about bringing people better sight. And it takes...

Vision Center Manager L3

  • Northbrook, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 21 days ago

Position Summary... What you'll do... Drives sales in the Vision Center by ensuring effective merchandise presentation, including accurate and competitive pricing, proper signing and in-stock and...

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Salary for Optical Management Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Optical Managements in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
High School or GED
20.7%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.2%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Some College
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some High School
0.4%


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