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Eyecare Center

Optometric Technician

Belmont, NC · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

  • Vision

EyeCare Partners is a growing, clinically integrated partnership of optometry and ophthalmology clinics and surgery centers providing a full spectrum of eye care. As a leading medically-focused eye ...

Eye Lite Optometry Inc.

Optometric Technician

Los Altos, CA · On-site

$25 - $33/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Join our dynamic eyecare team at Eye Lite Optometry in Los Altos as an Optician Technician, where your expertise will directly enhance patient care and optical services. In this vital role, you will ...

Visionworks Optometry

Optometric Assistant

Beachwood, OH · On-site

$17/hr

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking an Optometric Assistant to become a part of our team! You will perform administrative and clinical assignments to help our office run smoothly. Experience is a Plus, but most important ...

Visionworks Optometry

Optometric Assistant

Beachwood, OH · On-site

$17/hr

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking an Optometric Assistant to become a part of our team! You will perform administrative and clinical assignments to help our office run smoothly. Experience is a Plus, but most important ...

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How much do optometric jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for optometric in the United States is $18.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optometric vs Ophthalmologist?

AspectOptometricOphthalmologist
CredentialsDoctor of Optometry (OD)Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with ophthalmology specialization
Work EnvironmentOptometry clinics, retail optical stores, healthcare officesHospitals, surgical centers, specialized eye clinics
Scope of PracticeEye exams, vision correction, diagnosing certain eye conditions, prescribing glasses and contact lensesMedical and surgical treatment of eye diseases, complex eye surgeries, diagnosis of systemic conditions affecting eyes

Optometrists primarily focus on vision care, eye exams, and non-invasive treatments, while ophthalmologists are medical doctors who perform surgeries and treat complex eye diseases. Both play vital roles in eye health but differ in training, scope, and procedures performed.

What careers are in optometry?

Careers in optometry include optometrists who examine, diagnose, and treat eye conditions, as well as optometric technicians, opticians, and vision therapists. These roles often require specific certifications or licenses and involve working in clinics, private practices, or retail settings to provide eye care services and eyewear fitting.
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Infographic showing various Optometric job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,622 per year, or $18.6 per hour.

Optometric Technician / Receptionist

Eye People Optometry

Montebello, CA • On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

A part-time Optometric Technician/ Assistant & Receptionist is needed for our upscale, high-volume private optometry practice, EYE PEOPLE Optometry. We carry designer brands such as CHANEL, Gucci, Tom Ford, YSL, Burberry, Versace, Tiffany, Meta AI, etc. 
  • Availability requiring WEEKENDS
  • Availability for Closing Shifts are required: 12:30pm-9pm
  • Example Shifts: 10am-6:30pm, 10:30am-7pm, 11am-7:30pm, 12:30pm-9pm, etc.
We are the first office in LA to offer new AI-powered VR Progressives and were recently featured on the show, "Destination LA" airing on CBS.

Excellent customer service, retail experience or prior Optometric experience is preferred. We will train the right motivated candidate and if desired, can train the candidate to become an OPTICIAN (Opticians receive commission) and/or become a Billing Specialist. 

This is an entry level position that often leads to an Optician career without the need of formal education. Optometric Assistants can be trained to become Opticians (frame styling, lens fitting, etc.) or Optical Lab Technicians (cutting prescription lenses, adjusting glasses, etc.). Many will go to school to learn what you can with us as no schooling is typically required to become an optician. On the job training to give you the skills you need to advance into a career.

Duties include scheduling appointments, pre-testing patients, dispensing glasses, frame styling, checking out patients and pulling insurance authorizations, answering phones, etc. 
Position is also great for Pre-Optometry students or students wanting a career in Optometry.

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- Excellent customer service skills with strong communication skills

- Familiarity with Windows computers

- Organization skills and ability to create an efficient systematic way of doing tasks

- Display professionalism, maturity, work ethic

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If you think you may be a great candidate, please forward your resume for review.