Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, English Language, Fashion Trends, Health Insurance, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Leading Edge Technology, Maintain Compliance, Medical Billing, Multilingual, Patient Care, Patient Education, Retail, Revenue Growth, Sales, Spanish Language
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
ABO Certified Optician / Lab Technician (Fashion-Forward & Technical)
Texas State Optical Briargrove
6100 Westheimer Rd, Suite 136A, Houston, TX 77057
About Us:
Texas State Optical Briargrove is a well-established private optometric practice located in the Galleria area. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional patient care, cutting-edge lens technology, and a fashion-forward eyewear experience. Our mission is simple — help patients see, look, and feel their best.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an ABO Certified Optician / Lab Technician who blends technical precision with fashion-forward styling and sales expertise. This dual-role position combines craftsmanship and creativity — from edging lenses in the lab to styling patients in frames that complement their face, lifestyle, and personality.
Responsibilities:
- Fit, adjust, and dispense eyewear with expert precision and care.
- Provide personalized frame styling for each patient, helping them choose eyewear that enhances both vision and confidence.
- Present and educate patients on premium lens designs, coatings, and materials to maximize comfort and sales.
- Perform in-office finishing and edging using lab equipment.
- Verify lens accuracy and ensure compliance with prescription specifications.
- Maintain optical displays, manage frame inventory, and assist with frame board management.
- Collaborate with the optical team to meet and exceed individual and office sales goals.
- Support insurance verification, billing, and patient communication as needed.
Qualifications:
- Current ABO Certification required.
- Minimum 3 years of optical experience in retail or private practice.
- Strong sense of style, fashion trends, and patient engagement.
- Skilled in sales, lens education, and technical lab work (edging, surfacing, finishing).
- Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
- Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
Schedule & Benefits:
- Full-time, Monday (9-6) – Saturday (9-1).
- Competitive hourly rate + commission and performance bonus.
- Paid time off, staff discounts, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Medical and dental insurance.
- Vacation and Sick time.
- Paid Holidays.
- Matching 401k upto 4%
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Texas State Optical - Briargrove/Galleria