Pediatric Optician – Children’s Optical

We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Optician who loves working with children and can thrive in an exceptionally busy, high-volume optical environment.

Our optical serves approximately 80–120 patients per day between a team of 2–3 opticians. This position requires someone who is energetic, efficient, confident, and able to provide excellent service while working at a fast pace.

The Pediatric Optician will help children and their parents select, fit, and purchase eyewear while providing accurate measurements, adjustments, and dispensing.

The ideal candidate has prior hands-on optician and frame-styling experience, excellent customer service skills, and a natural ability to connect with children of all ages.

Key Responsibilities

• Style and recommend frames based on facial features, prescription, fit, age, and lifestyle
• Measure, fit, adjust, and dispense eyewear accurately
• Work comfortably with infants, toddlers, children, and teenagers
• Educate parents on frame and lens options
• Handle repairs, warranties, special orders, and exchanges
• Assist with insurance verification and optical checkout
• Maintain an organized and well-stocked frame display
• Receive, tag, organize, and restock inventory
• Follow up on eyewear orders and pickups
• Communicate with labs and vendors as needed
• Work closely with the pediatric ophthalmology team to provide a seamless patient experience

Required Qualifications

• Previous optician experience required
• Previous frame-styling experience required
• Experience with eyewear measurements, fitting, adjustments, and dispensing
• Must genuinely enjoy working with children
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Able to work efficiently and accurately in a high-volume environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organization
• Dependable, energetic, and team-oriented
• Comfortable using optical POS, inventory, and computer systems

ABO certification is a plus.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Confident and knowledgeable about eyewear
• Naturally comfortable interacting with children and parents
• Fast, organized, and able to multitask
• Comfortable making recommendations and taking initiative
• Patient and positive, even during busy periods
• A strong team player who can contribute in a small, high-performing team

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ophthalmology and pediatric optical training
• Opportunities for growth and increased responsibility

If you are an experienced optician who loves children, enjoys styling eyewear, and thrives in a busy environment, we would love to meet you.

About The Children's Eye Center of El Paso

The Children’s Eye Center has been a trusted provider of pediatric ophthalmology in El Paso since 1996. Founded and led by Dr. Violeta Radenovich, the area’s only female, U.S. residency- and fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologist, we deliver top-tier eye care in a warm, child-friendly setting. With an on-site optical boutique dedicated exclusively to children, we provide comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and vision solutions—all under one roof. Join us in helping kids see better every day.