Optician Assistant / Optical Technician - Temporary / Contract
Location: Multiple Locations Nationwide
Estimated Pay Range: $15.00 - $24.00 per hour (based on experience, certification and location)
Job Type
Temporary | Contract
Hours
Part-Time and Full-Time Hours Available
Locations
Assignments available across all 50 states
Certification
Not required - ABO certification a plus and commands higher pay
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience
Previous optical, eyecare, or retail vision centre experience preferred
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for Optician Assistants and Optical Technicians for temporary assignments at retail optical stores, eyecare practices, and vision centres nationwide. This is a great opportunity if you have optical experience and want flexible, well-paid temp work. No certification is required for this role, though ABO certification is a plus and will command higher pay.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Greet patients and gather demographic and insurance information
- Assist patients in browsing and selecting eyeglass frames
- Take basic measurements for eyeglass fittings under optician supervision
- Process eyewear orders, track deliveries, and notify patients when orders are ready
- Perform minor eyeglass adjustments, cleanings, and repairs
- Maintain organised displays of frames and optical merchandise
- Handle point-of-sale transactions and insurance billing
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Previous experience in an optical shop, eyecare practice, or retail vision centre preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Customer service skills and a friendly, professional demeanour
- Basic understanding of eyewear products - frames, lenses, and contact lenses
- Ability to learn optical point-of-sale and lab order systems quickly
- ABO certification not required but is a plus - we can help you work toward it
WHAT'S ON OFFER
- Weekly pay at competitive hourly rates between $15.00 and $24.00 per hour
- Flexible scheduling - part-time and full-time assignments available
- Gain experience across different optical retail environments
- Professional support and guidance to grow your optical career
- No long-term commitment - work on assignments that fit your life