Opticians, Dispensing
Civilian:
Design, measure, fit, and adapt lenses and frames for client according to written optical prescription or specification. Assist client with inserting, removing, and caring for contact lenses. Assist client with selecting frames. Measure customer for size of eyeglasses and coordinate frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription. Prepare work order for optical laboratory containing instructions for grinding and mounting lenses in frames. Verify exactness of finished lens spectacles. Adjust frame and lens position to fit client. May shape or reshape frames. Includes contact lens opticians.
Military:
Optometry, or vision care, is one of the many health benefits available to military personnel. The military operates its own clinics to examine eyes and fit glasses or contact lenses. Optometric technicians assist optometrists in providing vision care. They work with patients and manage clinic offices.
Job Titles
- American Board of Opticianry Certified Master Optician (ABO Certified Master Optician)
- American Board of Opticianry Certified Optician (ABO Certified Optician)
- Certified Optician
- Contact Lens Fitter
- Contact Lens Technician
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Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- $32,940
- Military:
- $53,806
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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