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Brookleigh Family Eyecare

Optical Lab Technician

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What they do

An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.

$37,666 / year median in Georgia

+30% projected growth

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Job Description

Optical Lab Technician Brookleigh Family Eyecare
  • 3.0 Atlanta, GA Job Details Part-time $19
  • $22 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Computer operation Customer communication Optical experience High school diploma or GED Organizational skills Laboratory management Full Job Description We are a private practice optometry office in Brookhaven looking for a part-time optical lab technician .
Candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of lab operations, from placing and tracking orders to resolving issues and communicating directly with patients. Success in this role requires a high level of initiative, strong organizational skills, and the ability to anticipate and address needs before they arise. Experience reading lenses with a manual or auto-lensometer required , and we can train on our specific edging and tracing machines on the job. This would be approximately 9am-3pm shifts 4-5 times a week depending on preference, but can be flexible .
Responsibilities:
  • Calling in orders to our partner labs
  • Measuring and marking up lenses
  • Using the lab machinery to properly cut/edge lenses
  • Keeping the lab area clean and clutter free
  • Dispensing, fitting, and adjusting eyewear
  • Contacting patients when their order is ready
  • Tracking all jobs from order to completion
  • Proactively identifying and resolving order delays
Qualifications:
  • Proficient in typing and computer knowledge
  • Experience with using a lensometer to read and mark lenses (REQUIRED)
  • Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage orders independently
  • Self motivated with a strong sense of accountability and follow-through
  • Proactive and eager to learn
Education:
  • High school or equivalent (Required)
  • ABO certification not required but must have previous optometry experience
Job Type:
Part-Time Pay:
$19
  • 22 dependent on level of experience
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$19.00
  • $22.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Employee discount Application Question(s): Do you have experience working in an optical lab setting and/or reading lenses with a manual lensometer?
Experience:
Optometry:
1 year (Required)
Work Location:
In person