Optician

 

Company:  Naper Grove Vision Care

Location:  Naperville, Illinois & Downers Grove, Illinois (Onsite – must be able to work at both locations)

Position Title:  Optician (Full-Time)

Compensation:  From $20.00 per hour + training 

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal days)
• Paid holidays (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving,      Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
• Employee and family discounts on services and eyewear
• Free pair of prescription or non-prescription glasses or sunglasses annually
• Paid, on-the-job training
• Flexible scheduling

 

 

Summary:

Get paid to learn a hands-on skill, work with people, and build a real career in healthcare

Help people see better, feel confident, and love their experience—every single day.

Naper Grove Vision Care is growing and looking for full-time Opticians to join our team. If you enjoy working with people, learning new skills, and being part of a positive, fast-moving environment, this is a great opportunity.

This role is hands-on and interactive—you’ll work directly with patients, support providers during exams, and help people find the perfect eyewear. Even better, you’ll have the chance to cross-train in both the clinical and optical sides of the practice, giving you real career growth in eye care.

No experience? No problem—we’re happy to train the right person who brings a great attitude and strong work ethic.

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist providers and staff in delivering high-quality patient care
• Help patients select frames and lenses that fit their style and needs
• Order contact lenses and assist with eyewear dispensing
• Inspect, adjust, and repair glasses
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Communicate clearly with patients and team members
• Answer phones and provide excellent customer service
• Keep exam rooms, pre-testing areas, and optical lab clean and organized
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality
• Participate in team meetings and ongoing training

 

 

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1+ year of experience in optometry or optical preferred (we will train the right person)
• Strong customer service skills and a friendly, professional demeanor
• Comfortable working with a variety of patients and personalities
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Must be able to work at both Naperville and Downers Grove locations

 

 

Office Hours:

• Full-time
• Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

 

 

Work Environment:

• In-person role
• Team-oriented, upbeat, patient-focused environment
• Uniform provided (black scrubs)

 

 

 

Alternate Titles:

• Optometric Technician
• Optician
• Optical Sales Associate
• Ophthalmic Technician
• Eye Care Technician
• Optical Assistant
• Patient Care Coordinator (Optical)
• Frame Stylist

 

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EEOC Statement:  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.