Optician - Pyramid Place

Optician

Ready to Learn, Ready to Make a Difference?

You don’t need optical experience to succeed at Dr. Tavel—just drive, compassion, and a desire to grow. We’re looking for someone who loves people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants more than a job—they want a career. As an Optician, we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Bring curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to learn—we’ll handle the rest.

This is an opportunity to break into a professional field where style, service, and healthcare intersect. It’s rewarding work—but we won’t sugarcoat it. Success here takes focus, sharp attention to detail, and a daily commitment to excellence.

Daily Responsibilities:

· Guide patients in selecting eyewear that fits their face, lifestyle, and vision needs—while helping them feel confident and cared for.

· Educate patients on lens options, eyewear care, and how to get the most out of their glasses.

· Manage front-desk tasks like insurance verification, scheduling, and benefit authorizations with accuracy and confidence.

· Place and process eyewear orders with precision—and troubleshoot when challenges arise.

· Make minor repairs and adjustments to ensure a comfortable, proper fit for every pair.

· Build lasting relationships with patients that keep them coming back.

· Stay on top of your development, completing training, certifications, and growth milestones.

· Ability to travel to support other locations only if needed.

This Role Is NOT for You If:

· You prefer repetition and routine over opportunities for growth in knowledge and skills.

· You struggle in high-energy environments or dislike frequent change.

· You tend to wait for direction rather than taking initiative.

· You get flustered or frustrated when things don’t go exactly as planned.

· You are not open to coaching, feedback, or ongoing training.

You will be a GREAT Fit If:

· You love helping people and take pride in making their day better.

· You are excited about a job where you're constantly learning and growing.

· You communicate clearly and confidently—even when trying something new.

· You can juggle multiple tasks while staying organized and focused.

· You appreciate feedback and use it as a tool to improve.

· You take ownership of your work and strive to get things right the first time.

· You show up on time, stay dependable, and take your responsibilities seriously.

· Availability to work during office hours (including some Saturdays)

Perks & Benefits:

· Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

· 401(k) Retirement Plan

· Health, Dental, and Rx Insurance

· 100% Paid Parental Leave

· Free Eye Exams & Glasses (including immediate and extended family discounts)

· Company-Paid Life Insurance

· Starting Pay: $17.00/hour base

o Opportunities to complete Certifications for additional wage increases!

· Bilingual Pay Eligibility: fluency in another language(s), increase to base pay below:

o Spanish, ASL, French Creole & Burmese

This Is More Than a Job. It’s Your Start.

· Training is mandatory and paid. You’ll attend a two-week training course at our corporate office in Indianapolis. No absences are allowed—we invest heavily in your success and need your full commitment.

· This role combines service and precision. You’ll need strong people skills and attention to detail.

· We hire for mindset. If you’re coachable, driven, and ready to grow, we’ll help you build a real career.