Job Description

Lead Optician / Optical Supervisor - Temporary / Contract

Location: Multiple Locations Nationwide

Estimated Pay Range: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour (based on experience, certification and location)

Job Type

Temporary | Contract

Hours

Full-Time Hours

Locations

Assignments available across all 50 states

Certification

ABO Certification required; NCLE and/or state licensure strongly preferred

Experience

Minimum 3-5 years as dispensing optician; at least 1 year in supervisory or lead role

Setting

Retail optical chains, big box optical centres, or high-volume private practices

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking experienced Lead Opticians and Optical Supervisors for temporary and contract assignments. These roles are ideal for senior opticians who want top-tier pay, leadership-level work, and the flexibility of contract-based assignments at premium optical locations nationwide.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Oversee daily optical dispensary operations including staff workflow and patient flow
• Dispense complex prescriptions including progressives, specialty lenses, and contact lenses
• Train and mentor junior opticians, assistants, and optical technicians
• Manage inventory, frame purchasing, and vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with state optical regulations and licensing requirements
• Drive optical sales performance while maintaining excellent patient care
• Troubleshoot remakes, patient complaints, and fitting issues

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• ABO Certified required; NCLE certification and/or state licensure strongly preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a dispensing optician, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role
• Experience in retail optical chains, big box optical centres, or high-volume private practices
• Strong knowledge of current lens technology, frame lines, and optical lab processes
• Proven ability to lead a team and manage optical dispensary operations
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Premium hourly pay between $32.00 and $40.00 per hour - paid weekly
• High-impact leadership roles at top optical retailers and practices
• Flexibility to choose assignments by location, duration, and setting
• Use your expertise without the burden of permanent management obligations
• Nationwide assignments available across all 50 states

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Private practice

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