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Pearle Vision - Panama City

Optometric Technician

Destin, FL · On-site

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

West Point Optical - Edina

Optometric Technician

Edina, MN

$16.75 - $21/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

West Point Optical LLC

Optometric Technician

Columbus, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

Pearle Vision - Evansville West

IN · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

Pearle Vision - Marietta

Optometric Technician

Marietta, GA

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

Pearle Vision

Optometric Technician

Newport, KY · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

Pearle Vision

Optometric Technician

Saint Bernard, OH · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

West Point Optical

Optometric Technician

Lexington, KY · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

Pearle Vision - Canton

Optometric Technician

Canton, GA · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

West Point Optical LLC

Optometric Technician

Lexington, KY · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

West Point Optical LLC

Optometric Technician

Cold Spring, KY · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

West Point Optical

Optometric Technician

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

Pearle Vision

Optometric Technician

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

West Point Optical LLC

Optometric Technician

Columbus, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

West Point Optical LLC

Optometric Technician

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

... clerk and direct patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Duties * Taking ... Assisting doctors during examinations * Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply ...

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How much do contact lens clerk jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for contact lens clerk in the United States is $19.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contact lens clerk?

Contact Lens Clerks are retail or medical office professionals who assist customers or patients in selecting, ordering, and fitting contact lenses. They provide information about lens types, care instructions, and may process sales or insurance paperwork. In some settings, they collaborate closely with optometrists or ophthalmologists and ensure compliance with prescriptions and safety standards. Their role combines customer service, administrative tasks, and basic product knowledge to support vision care services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contact lens clerk, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contact Lens Clerk, you need a good understanding of optical terminology, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and basic vision testing tools is typically required. Excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills set outstanding clerks apart in assisting clients and supporting optometrists. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate order processing, customer satisfaction, and efficient workflow in an optical retail environment.

What are the common challenges faced by a contact lens clerk, and how can they be managed?

Contact Lens Clerks often encounter challenges such as maintaining accurate inventory, ensuring timely and precise order processing, and addressing customer concerns regarding lens fitting or prescriptions. To manage these challenges effectively, it’s important to develop strong organizational skills, stay updated on product knowledge, and communicate clearly with both customers and optometrists. Being proactive in problem-solving and attention to detail can help prevent errors and enhance customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Contact Lens Clerk vs Optician?

AspectContact Lens ClerkOptician
CredentialsNone required, may need on-the-job trainingState license or certification often required
Work EnvironmentOptical retail stores, eye clinicsOptical shops, healthcare facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist customers with contact lens selection, handle inventoryFit and dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses, perform eye exams
Industry UsageCommon in retail optical settingsBroader scope including eye health and vision correction

While both roles work in optical retail environments, a Contact Lens Clerk primarily assists with contact lens sales and inventory, often without formal certification. An Optician has a broader role, including fitting and dispensing eyewear and contact lenses, often requiring licensing. The Optician's responsibilities encompass a wider range of eye care services, making it a more comprehensive position in the optical industry.

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Optometric Technician

Destin, FL • On-site

Pearle Vision - Panama City
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$14.75 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

The below Job Description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job.  It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and is subject to changes and exceptions at the discretion of senior management.

JOB TITLE:                 Optometric Office Technician / Medical Office Administrator

REPORTS TO:             Store General Manager

FLSA STATUS:           Hourly; Non-Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE:             

The major responsibility of the Optometric Office Technician is to assist the Managing Optometrist in the technical and administrative operation of an optometric practice.  The position will interact with patients/customers by delivering an exceptional patient/customer experience, foster patient/customer retention, and promotes outstanding associate/doctor satisfaction.

OPTOMETRIC OFFICE TECHNICIAN

The Optometric Office Technician plays a key role in the optometric practice.  Their duties may include the utilization of computerized medical office software, administrative office procedures, health insurance processing billing and transcription of medical reports. 

An Optometric Office Technician role may combine skills of a medical office administrator, medical billing and collections, appointment scheduler or medical records clerk and direct patient care. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Duties

  • Taking patient medical histories
  • Preparing patients for examinations
  • Administering tests prior to the eye exam
  • Assisting doctors during examinations
  • Assist with ordering glasses and contact lens supply

Administrative Job Duties

  • Greeting and directing patients
  • Answering telephones
  • Updating and maintaining Electronic Medical Records
  • Obtaining insurance verification and authorization
  • Adjust scheduling for priority patients
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Processing insurance claim forms
  • Patient and insurance billing
  • Optometric medical billing and coding
  • Vision insurance billing and coding
  • Accounts receivable and accounts payable
  • Bookkeeping
  • Selling glasses and contact lens supplies

*The Clinical Skills can be learned on the job.  No experience with clinical skills is necessary to apply. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Occasional travel locally, within 15 mile radius.

QUALIFICATIONS: Experience, Competencies and Education

  • Must have at least 1-2 year teching experience within the last 2 years.
  • Ability to provide enthusiastic and concise communication to meet/exceed customer expectations as well as foster positive and results-oriented associate, doctor and host relationships.
  • Ability to manage priorities through adaptability, willingness to take calculated risks, and follow-up.
  • Experience with personal computers preferred.
  • Valid State Driver’s License and State Minimum Insurance coverage.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

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