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visionworks

Sales Lead Part Time

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site +1

$11.86 - $16.01/hr

A Visionworks Sr. Optical Specialist - Lead/Sales Lead is the very face of our business and is ... For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFM)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP ...

visionworks

Sales Lead Part Time

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site +1

$11.86 - $16.01/hr

A Visionworks Sr. Optical Specialist - Lead/Sales Lead is the very face of our business and is ... For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFM)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP ...

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How much do remote optician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote optician in Baton Rouge, LA is $16.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $18.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote optician?

A Remote Optician assists customers with eyewear selection, prescription interpretation, and lens recommendations through virtual consultations. They may work for online optical retailers, telehealth platforms, or optometry practices, providing expert guidance on frames, lenses, and vision care. Duties often include troubleshooting vision issues, adjusting prescriptions, and ensuring proper eyewear fittings—all done remotely using digital tools.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote optician?

To excel as a Remote Optician, you should have a background in opticianry, state licensure or certification, and expertise in fitting and adjusting eyeglasses and contact lenses. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and optical measurement tools is important for conducting virtual consultations. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and customer service orientation are key soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial to ensure accurate prescriptions, regulatory compliance, and a positive patient experience while working remotely.

What are some typical challenges faced by remote opticians, and how can they be addressed?

Remote Opticians may face challenges such as accurately assessing patient needs without in-person interactions and managing the limitations of virtual fitting tools. To address these, opticians rely on clear communication, detailed patient histories, and advanced tele-optometry software that enables precise measurements and adjustments. Collaboration with on-site optometrists or other eye care professionals is often necessary for complex cases. Staying up to date with virtual care best practices and regularly participating in training can help overcome these challenges and ensure top-quality patient service.

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Infographic showing various Remote Optician job openings in Baton Rouge, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,518 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Sales Lead Part Time

visionworks

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site, Remote

$11.86 - $16.01/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

About Us: 

Want to bring the “care” back to the vision care industry? We're looking for charismatic types who are ready to be the heart of our brand. Whether it's a friendly voice over the phone, or a welcoming smile when a patient walks into your store, we need individuals who are passionate about helping customers look great and see great. 

Pay Class: Part Time 

Pay Rate:$11.86 -16.01 per hr 

The Role: 

A VisionworksSr. Optical Specialist - Lead/Sales Leadis the very face of our business and is dedicated to ensuring the best possible journey for every patient and customer. This person is trained and knowledgeable about optics, our products/services and managed vision care. The person takes the patient/customer through the Visionworks experience ensuring their eyewear needs are met in a simple, human and bold way. 

·Delivers daily sales goals by ensuring the best execution of the Customer/Patient Experience journey 

·Engage with patients/customers and recommend products and services that meet their eye care needs 

·Measure patients/customers for their eyewear and maintain product/optical knowledge through cont. training and development to ensure eyewear isRight the First Time 

·Executeday-to-dayoperational activities to support the store's financial and customer experience goals including restocking inventory, merchandising, and order fulfillment of eyewear to ship 

Qualifications: 

·12 months optical experience necessary (within Visionworks or other organization)  or ABO Certification in lieu of experience 

·     Related customer or patient experience preferred, but not necessary 

·HS diploma, GED or equivalent related job experience 

What we offer! 

At Visionworks, we offer a generous, competitive benefits package (for our part timers, too!) and exclusive employee discounts —including but not limited to 

•Vision Coverage 

•Paid Parental Leave 

•Bereavement Leave 

•401 (k) Savings Plan 

•Paid Time off 

•Milestone anniversary awards 

•Medical, Dental for Full Timers 

•And more! 

Everyone has a story that makes them who they are. At Visionworks, we’re looking for charismatic people who can lead authentically and with their own unique voice. We are actively committed to fostering an environment where all are seen and heard equally as we embrace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I). 

For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFM)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFM), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment. 

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. 

Compensation range for the roles is listed above. Applicable salary rangers may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses, equity, and commissions. 

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