Optician Jobs in New Mexico

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 Retail Sales Associate FT Las Cruces, NM #142

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 12 hours ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 12 hours ago

Optical Retail Sales Associate Full Time 30 years ago Dr. Barnes founded Eyemart Express to deliver everything a patient needs. It started with one friendly shop in Appleton, WI and has since...

Optician Level 1

  • Espanola, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Espanola, NM
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $17 - $25 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

General Manager Optical Retail FT Santa Fe, NM #206

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 7 days ago

General Manager Optical Retail Full-Time 30 years ago Dr. Barnes founded Eyemart Express to deliver everything a patient needs. It started with one friendly shop in Appleton, WI and has since...

Optician Sams

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 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...

Sales Manager (Optical Retail)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 18 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 18 days ago

As a Stanton Optical Sales Manager you would be our sales leader, assisting the Brand Manager in supervising and executing action plans to drive sales performance while creating a positive, results-driven...

Optical Sales Team Manager

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

This job description is for a full-time management position at Sandia Vision Clinic, a well-established optometry clinic in New Mexico. The role involves overseeing the optical department, which...

Sales Associate - Optical

  • Los Rnchs Abq, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Rnchs Abq, NM
  • 30+ days ago

lenses to customers, if permitted by state law.Perform insertion and removal training of contact lens as directed by management and permitted by state law.Ensure store cleanliness policies are adhered...

Optical Sales Team Manager Job Albuquerque, NM

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Training & Support : Assist in training and supporting fellow opticians, and take on various tasks as needed. Requirements: Optical experience is necessary....

Sales Associate - Optical

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Assist with dispensing eyeglasses and contact lenses to customers, if permitted by state law....

Optician Sam's

  • Sandia Park, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sandia Park, NM
  • 30+ 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 Sam's

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ 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...

(USA) Optician Sams

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 45+ 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...

Frame Stylist Job Albuquerque, NM

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Assist fellow opticians in being proactive and help with projects. Keep the optical area and desks free from clutter and keep organized. All other duties as assigned....

Optician Job Albuquerque, NM

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Assist fellow opticians in being proactive and help with projects. Keep optical area and desks free from clutter and keep organized. All other duties as assigned....

Frame Stylist

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Do you desire to be a part of making a difference in people's lives? Would you like to be part of a team that adds value to the staff and its patients? Our fun, fast-paced work environment is the...

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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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 New Mexico

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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico
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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