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Job Title: Optical Technician Company: The Eye Doctors Location: Manhattan, KS Perks * Full ... General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager * Assist with other duties in the ...

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Job Title: Optical Technician / Optician Company: The Eye Doctors Location: Emporia, KS Perks ... General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager * Assist with other duties in the ...

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How much do optical general manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for optical general manager in Kansas is $65,292.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $68,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an optical general manager?

An Optical General Manager oversees the daily operations of an optical store or department, managing staff, customer service, inventory, and sales performance. They are responsible for ensuring high standards of eye care, compliance with industry regulations, and achieving business goals. This role often involves hiring and training staff, developing marketing strategies, and maintaining relationships with suppliers. Optical General Managers must have strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to effectively run the business and deliver quality service to customers.

How does an optical general manager typically collaborate with optometrists and retail staff to ensure smooth clinic operations?

An Optical General Manager plays a key role in bridging the clinical and retail sides of an optical practice. They work closely with optometrists to coordinate patient appointments, ensure proper flow of information, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations. At the same time, they oversee retail staff, manage inventory, and implement sales strategies to achieve business goals. Effective communication and team leadership are essential, as the General Manager must balance patient care priorities with operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an optical general manager?

To thrive as an Optical General Manager, you need comprehensive knowledge of optical products, retail management experience, and a background in optometry or optical sciences, often supported by relevant certifications. Familiarity with practice management software, inventory systems, and point-of-sale tools is essential. Strong leadership, customer service, and problem-solving abilities set top performers apart in this role. These skills ensure efficient operations, exceptional patient care, and sustained business growth in a competitive optical environment.
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Infographic showing various Optical General Manager job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,292 per year, or $31.4 per hour.

Optical Sales Associate / Optician - Training Provided!

The Eye Doctors

Ottawa, KS • On-site

$14 - $17.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Optical Technician / Optician
Company: The Eye Doctors
Location: Ottawa, KS
Perks
  • Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  • 401k + Employer Matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Competitive Base Pay
  • Employee Discounts

Hours:
  • Full Time
  • Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-6pm, Saturday 8am-1pm
    • You may need to work a little earlier and/or later as needed
    • You will not work all of these hours, but you must have open availability to work any shift within these hours

SUMMARY
An Optical Technician will achieve a world-class Total Patient Experience that maximizes retail sales while also supporting the patients' medical needs. This team member is trained to dispense and fit glasses and contacts, working from the prescriptions written by Optometrists and Ophthalmologists. They connect the patient's needs to the goods and services we offer.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support
  • Determine patients' wants and needs and sell to exceed their expectations
  • Assist patients in selecting frames according to style and color, coordinating frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
  • Operate the auto-lensometer and manual lensometer
  • Educate and recommend specific lenses, lens coatings and frames to suit patient needs
  • Accurately collect measurements such as bridge, eye size, temple length, seg heights, vertex distance, pupillary distance, and pantoscopic tilt
  • Dispense patient orders and repair and adjust patient frames
  • Dispense all glasses and/or contact lens orders in E360
  • Ensure all job aids and policies are followed
  • Maintain frame standards with cleaning and organization of fully stocked and well-presented areas
  • Follow all protocols to keep frame inventory accurate
  • General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
  • Assist with other duties in the office as needed

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret insurance forms
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
  • HIPAA: All Associates must comply with the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as it pertains to disclosures of protected health information (PHI) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPPA Privacy Policies and Procedures
  • Favorable result on background check as required by state
  • Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred
  • Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/patients or the equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
  • Current ABO/ABOC and NCLE certifications (or obtained with first 2 years of employment) preferred, but not required

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25-50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity-including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus-is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly - only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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