Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician Jobs

Ophthalmic dispensing optician jobs are in place to help their patients select the right pair of eyeglasses and contact lenses. An individual with an ophthalmic dispensing optician job takes into consideration the client's habits, occupation, and facial features when recommending eyeglasses and also use diagnostic instruments to measure the characteristics of their eyes.

A high school diploma or equivalent is a sufficient level of education for an ophthalmic dispensing optician, although most workers have completed some college courses. Some community colleges and 4 year colleges and universities offer formal training within this field. As far as licensure and certification, 22 states require dispensing optician licensing and any optician can apply to the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) and the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE).

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is a 13 percent increase in employment over the course of the 2008 to 2018 decade. This rate of employment will be about as fast as the national average for all occupations with the demand moderated by the increasing use of laser surgery to correct eye problems. The need to replace workers that exit the workforce entirely or transfer to other fields will result in many job prospects. Job opportunities at general merchandise stores are expected to be higher than average due to a high turnover rate.

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