Optician Jobs in Fort Walton Beach, FL

An Optician plays a crucial role in the optometry field, assisting patients with their vision needs, primarily by fitting and selling eyeglasses and contact lenses. They work closely with Optometrists and Ophthalmologists, interpreting their prescriptions to help individuals select the most suitable eyewear, taking into account factors like their lifestyle, face shape, and personal style. Opticians also perform adjustments, repairs, and replacements, ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of the patients.

Opticians typically require special certifications and skills. They are expected to have an Opticianry certification or an Associate degree in Opticianry, from a recognized institution. Importantly, they should have strong customer service and sales skills, enabling them to advise patients effectively and increase sales. Prior to becoming an Optician, individuals might have roles as an Optometric Assistant, Optical Sales Associate, or Optical Lab Technician, providing them with industry experience and a foundation of knowledge in vision care.

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Optical Sales Associate - Training Provided

SECTION 1 : Job Summary An Optical Sales Associate will achieve a world class Total Patient Experience that both maximizes retail sales while also supporting the patients medical needs....

Optician

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago

SECTION 1: Job Summary An Optician will achieve a world class Total Patient Experience that both maximizes retail sales while also supporting the patients' medical needs....

Optician

  • Destin, FL (10 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Destin, FL (10 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 24 days ago

The Licensed Optician delivers the brand value proposition & helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community....

LensCrafters - Licensed Optician - Destin, FL

  • Destin, FL (10 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Destin, FL (10 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Licensed Optician delivers the brand value proposition & helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community....

Optician Single License Full time

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Sells Optical products and services by assisting Members with purchasing decisions, measuring, adjusting, and repairing frames and lenses, completing eyewear/contact lens orders, identifying and verifying...

Optician Single License Part-time

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Sells Optical products and services by assisting Members with purchasing decisions, measuring, adjusting, and repairing frames and lenses, completing eyewear/contact lens orders, identifying and verifying...

Licensed Optician - Mary Esther, FL - LensCrafters

  • Mary Esther, FL (5 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mary Esther, FL (5 miles from Fort Walton Beach, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

The Licensed Optician delivers the brand value proposition & helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community....

Demographic Data for Fort Walton Beach, FL

Moving to Fort Walton Beach, FL? Find some basic demographic data about Fort Walton Beach, FL below.


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Optician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Certifiable Optician 101
This course supports the first eight chapters of the book, "Certifiable Optician". Topics addressed are:Metric system and conversions,basic physics of light,mirrors, flat, convex and...
Diploma in Optometry
Optometry is a health care profession that involves examining the eyes and applicable visual systems for defects or abnormalities as well as the correction of refractive error with glasses or...

Salary for Optician Jobs in Fort Walton Beach, FL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireOptometry research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optician positions.



Highest Education Level

Opticians in Fort Walton Beach, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
26.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.8%
Associate's Degree
19.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.5%
Some College
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Master's Degree
3.5%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Opticians in Fort Walton Beach, FL
1-2 years
25.9%
2-4 years
22.2%
Less than 1 year
18.5%
None
11.1%
10+ years
7.4%
4-6 years
7.4%
6-8 years
7.4%



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