Job Description
Job DescriptionABO 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%
How to Apply:
Send your résumé to ejlippmann.tso@gmail.com with the subject line “ABO Optician Application – Briargrove.”
Join a team where fashion meets function — and where your expertise makes every patient feel their best in their new look.