Optical Technician (Optician), Sales Associate

Job overview

The Sales Associate / Optician (Optical Technician) role is onsite in Maryland Heights, MO; compensation is not specified, though the posting describes base pay as competitive. The position supports Clarkson Eyecare, part of EyeCare Partners, whose mission is to enhance vision, advance eye care, and improve lives. The technician supports patients’ medical needs while helping them select, fit, and receive glasses and contact lenses based on prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists. The role combines patient service, optical measurements, dispensing, frame adjustments, and inventory care to support the patient experience.

What you'll do

• Build patient relationships and provide medical support
• determine patient needs and recommend products
• assist with frame selection
• operate auto and manual lensometers
• recommend lenses, coatings, and frames
• take optical measurements
• dispense orders and repair or adjust frames
• maintain frame presentation and inventory accuracy
• follow office policies and HIPAA requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

optical technician

optician

sales associate

eye care

glasses

contact lenses

frame fitting

lensometer

patient service

clarkson eyecare

maryland heights mo

training provided

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• paid time off and holidays
• paid maternity leave
• employee discounts.

Why this role

Training is provided; ABO/ABOC and NCLE certifications are preferred but not required and may be obtained within the first two years. Open availability is required for shifts within office hours Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–7 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

About the employer

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Optometrists. Sector: 62.