Optician Jobs in South Dakota

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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Optician

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 3 days ago

Knowledge of central visual field testing instruments, techniques, and terminology to perform various types of visual field testing for the optometrist....

Optician Level 1

  • Watertown, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.5 - $27.5 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...

(USA) Optician Sam's

  • Deadwood, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Deadwood, SD
  • 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 Sam's

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 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...

Sales Manager (Optical Retail)

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 45+ 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 Associate - Sioux Falls, SD

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago

Shopko Optical is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Sioux Falls, SD On the job training provided, no experience necessary....

PT Optical Sales Associates - Sioux Falls, SD

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago

Shopko Optical is seeking a Part-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Sioux Falls, SD On the job training provided, no experience necessary....

Licensed Optician

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Assists members in ordering eyeglasses. Uses computer to process orders, dispenses eyeglasses and contacts and oversees apprentices. Provides prompt and courteous member service....

Non-Licensed Optician

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Assists members in ordering eyeglasses, uses computer to process orders, dispenses and fits eyeglasses and contacts under the supervision of a Licensed Optician....

Demographic Data for South Dakota

Moving to South Dakota? Find some basic demographic data about South Dakota 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 South Dakota

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 South Dakota 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 South Dakota
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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