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if not renewed beforehand. Please contact us if the position is filled.
All ads will deal with Licensed Dispensing Opticians or registered
apprentices only. We are an association of Washington State licensed
opticians, not optometric assistants or un-licensed "opticians".
By Washington State RCW 18.34.141, the only definition of an optician
in this state is a licensed dispensing optician. Disclaimer: The OAW is NOT
responsible nor liable for any misleading ads placed upon this posting
board.

Job Opportunities Listed Today:

We are seeking an Optician with excellent customer service skills,
previous billing experience, as well as opportunity to do some
finishing lab work for additional pay in our on site lab. Doctor
owned private practice between Wallingford and I-5.
Please fax resume to 253-472-0640.

Two location ophthalmic practice in Seattle seeking an optician.
Busy practice under five ophthalmologists involves spectacle lenses,
frames, and contact lenses; applicants should be computer savvy,
customer service oriented and familiar with lens styles and
availability. Interested parties should fax their resume to
206-937-4088: Attn 98106

LDO, or apprentice Optician welcome.
We are a busy, quality focused, 4 doctor practice
in Edmonds, WA seeking a F/T LDO, or apprentice
Optician. We are looking for a detailed, quality
minded, fashion oriented, customer service focused,
fun-loving individual who can work well as part of
our team. Ability to create a lasting positive
experience for our patients a must. Excellent
benefits, salary DOE. Visit our website at
www.edmondseyecare.com to find out more about us,
then forward your resume to edmondseyecare@usa.net.

Reply to: job-653602284@craigslist.org
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Date: 2008-04-23, 1:23PM PDT

We're a two-location Ophthalmology & Optometry
practice in need of a full-time Optician in our
Burien office (near Highline Hospital). Our
preferred candidate is a self-motivated LDO with
excellent customer service philosophy, up-to-date
optical skills, a passion for fashion, and the
ability to manage the business side of opticianry.
Attention to detail is a must. Familiarity with
insurance is a plus. Enthusiasm and the ability to
work as a member of a team are important. This is
a great opportunity for someone who is tired of
retail hours and wants a long-term career in a
dynamic, fast-paced practice.
We offer competitive salary and benefits including
medical, dental, paid time off, 401K, and production
bonuses. Interested candidates may email resume and
cover letter to job-653602284@craigslist.org
<mailto:job-653602284@craigslist.org?subject
=Optician%20-%20Full%20Time> .
Location: Highline
Compensation: DOE
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't
contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about
other services, products or commercial interests.
Posting ID: 653602284

Issaquah office looking for lab tech / optician
to do finishing work on new Santinelli 9000 SE Express.
Must have experience with single vision, PAL's,
polarized, etc. Position is flexible on days and
hours depending on # of jobs / week. Salary DOE.
Please respond by email to occhiooptometry@yahoo.com.

Issaquah Pearle Vision seeking friendly licensed optician.
Full time position available. Monday-Saturday.
Competitive wages plus commissions. Medical and dental
benefits, paid vacation and holidays . Please call Virginia
at 425-557-5530 or fax resume to 425-427-8644

Seeking a licensed dispensing or experienced apprentice optician for three days
work in a Seattle private optometric practice. Excellent compensation with no
weekend or evening hours. Position may lead to a full time position. Fun work
environment with high end optical and great patients. Outstanding organizational,
customer service and sales skills essential. If interested please call
206-595-2288, fax resume to 206-624-2210 or email at ocularwiz@msn.com

Group Health is looking for a Dispensing Optician who can provide technical
and patient care support to the Optometry and Ophthalmology Department and
Doctors through participation as a member of the Eye Care Service Line team.
Sell, fit, dispense, measure, adjust and fabricate eyeglasses, contact lenses
and other optical devices in accordance with written prescriptions.
Requirements:
Experience requirements: Preferred: Experience in an Optical Dispensary,
Ophthalmology/Optometry practice or other optical related experience.
Knowledge requirements: Minimum: Communication, interpersonal and customer
service skills. Knowledge and understanding of optical and basic medical
terminology. Computer skills in a MS Windows environment.
Education requirements: Minimum: High School Graduate/GED.
Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Optician program.
Certification requirements: Minimum:
Washington State Dispensing Optician License
Contact: castle.e@ghc.org

The Optical Shoppe located inside Fred Meyer is seeking highly
energetic licensed opticians for the Monroe and Lynnwood, WA
locations. We look for committed, conscientious associates
whose first priority is taking care of the needs of our customers.
Responsibilities include:
• Greet customers in a friendly manner and ensure high
quality customer service.
• Show and recommend frames and explain product features
and benefits to customers
• Ability to present and sell eyeglass features and specialty
lenses
• Dispensing eyeglasses and contact lenses to customers
• Ensure all visual merchandising is implemented and
maintained.
• Create and maintain a retail environment that is fun,
educational, and professional.
• Meet and/or exceed pre-established sales goals.
• State Optical License
• 1-3 years-optical experience desired.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to work and interact effectively within a
host store environment, adhering to and promoting all host store
policies, procedures, and regulations.

Competitive Base Pay with Incentives
Healthcare/Dental Plans
401K Plan
Associate Eyewear Discount Programs
Professional Certification Reimbursement
Paid Vacations and Holidays
EOE/M/F/D/V
Apply Online at http://www2.ultirecruit.com/nat1001/jobboard
Requisition # 7631 02-20-08L and 7639 04-01-08
Email - alisha.pronzato@nationalvision.com
Fax - 360-657-4872
Phone - 1-800-571-5202 ext 2254

Busy 2 doctor Bellevue optometry office looking for LDO or
experienced registered apprentice. Will consider a new grad
also. Duties include: assisting pts with eyewear selection,
dispensing and adjusting, frame repair, managing frame boards
and inventory, assist with edging, some general office. Must
be good with computer as we have EMR and order online. Strong
customer service skills required. Full time with one Saturday
morning a month. The position will be open in July but will
consider part time before that. Email resume to
bellvision@comcast.net or fax to 425-747-2099.

We are looking for a friendly, dependable, team-oriented
Optician with excellent customer service skills to fill-in
for vacation time. The dates are May 23-30, July 7-11,
Sept 2-5 and Sept 15-19. We may add other dates as vacation
requests come up. We offer $20 an hour plus an excellent
aesthetic benefit package for per diem employees. Work week
is Monday – Friday with no nights. We are located inside an
Ophthalmology practice located in Everett. View our website
at www.lasikdrs.com. Please fax your resume to 425-551-5208
or email to KathiW@lasikdrs.com.

Growing private practice near Seattle is looking for
a f/t or p/t apprentice optician. We are looking for
someone who is energetic, positive, enthusiastic, and
has good fashion sense. Experience with VSP and other
insurance plans a plus. Must have great customer service
skills, confidence in selling high end products, and
willingness to learn. Please call (425) 306-8828 or fax
resume to (206)232-0567.

Port Angeles Office looking for a Full Time Optician. Multi-tasker, excellent
people skills and self starter. Mon-Fridays 8-5:30 & Sat 9-Noon.
Pay based on experience. E-mail resume with cover letter to pol@olypen.com
or Fax resume with cover letter to (360) 457-1686

Target Optical is looking for 1 full time Licensed Optician and 1 part time
Apprentice Optician to join our team in our busy Northgate location. We are looking
for 2 super-humans who can multi-task, have good fashion sense, strong sales skills,
excellent people skills and a sense of humor. The sense of humor is non-negotiable.
Must also be self-motivated and goal-driven with a desire to never stop learning.
Familiarity with common insurance plans (Eyemed, Regence, NBN, etc) is also a plus,
but you'll definitely pick it up on the job.
Target Optical is part of Luxottica's Licensed Brands Division, meaning we
offer some of the best benefits in the industry including medical, dental, vision
and 401K. We pay competitively based on your experience and pay includes commissions
and spiffs. Call Kurt Cornelius at 206-494-0900, fax resumes to 206-418-4403 or
e-mail: targetoptical4125@yahoo.com if you think you can hang.
Operators are standing by.

Fulltime LDO wanted for Auburn SuperMall location.
Flexible hours. Pay depending on experience.
Please contact Ms. Raven via e-mail.
ravenleyknight@hotmail.com

Hiring for Optician Opportunities at Nordstrom, Downtown Seattle.
We are always looking for exceptional people who share our love
for the customers we serve, the merchandise we sell, and the work
we do!
Our most successful employees enjoy building lasting relationships
with customers by contacting them to follow up on purchases, suggest
new merchandise, and remind them of upcoming events. They aim to
exceed customer’s expectations. Successful candidates must also be
available to work a flexible schedule that includes daytime, evening,
weekend, and holiday shifts.
Responsibilities:
• Fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, following prescription
written by ophthalmologist or optometrist
• Examine prescription to determine lens specifications
• Measure customer eyes, including distance between centers
of pupils, distance between the eye surface and lens, bridge and
eye size, temple length, vertex distance, and papillary distance
• Recommend eyeglass, frames, lenses, lens coatings after
considering prescription and customers occupational, habits, and
facial features
• Provide ophthalmic laboratory information to grind and insert
lens, lens size, materials, color, and style
• Verify finished lenses are ground to specification
Qualifications:
• Pass state written & practical examinations
• 3 years apprenticeship, or,
• 2 years at approved optician program, or
• 5 years practicing optician in other state
• 18 years of age
• $15.00-$19.00 plus 2% commission based on experience
We invite you to join our team of committed, energetic professionals!
Visit us at Careers.Nordstrom.com to complete an online application,
indicate Accessories & Handbags for the department. When filling out
the online application there is not an Optician option, please choose
Accessories & Handbags for this position. If you prefer to apply in
person, please visit our Customer Service department at Nordstrom
Downtown Seattle – 500 Pine Street – Seattle, WA.
Current or former employees: please contact the Human Resources office
at the store to discuss the transfer or rehire process.
Nordstrom offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision,
401(k) with matching contribution, and an employee merchandise discount.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature
and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive
inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required
of employees assigned to this job.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a
diverse environment.

Looking to add energetic professional Opticians to our growing practices.
Licensed Opticians needed in various locations within Western Washington,
including: Port Angeles, Sequim, Shelton, Aberdeen, Mount Vernon, Everett,
Lynnwood, Renton, Bonney Lake, & Federal Way.
Want a fast paced career with the fastest growing retailer in the world?
Competitive Wages $19+ hr DOE
Along with Great Benefits too! Including flexible hours, medical, dental,
stock purchase plans, profit sharing/401K, potential store quarterly bonuses.
Friendly respectful environment with the opportunity to move up and grow
within the Company. We have great Doctor partners providing a full scope of
eye care & exam services. Wal-Mart believes in high quality ophthalmic
products with the latest technology, like Nikon Customized PAL lenses.
Our vision is to be "The trusted eye-health care provider of choice for
patients seeking the best value!"
Call us with your questions!
Karl Buettner, Optical District Manager
Cell: 479-899-8861, Email: fkbuett@wal-mart.com &
Christie McCarthy, Optical District Manager
Cell: 479-586-8703, Email: clmccar@wal-mart.com
OR apply at any Wal-Mart kiosk within your local store or @ www.wal-mart.com

We are looking for a licensed optician at a brand new optometric practice
in Renton. We would like someone with billing and VSP experience who is
strong in sales. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic individual
looking to build an optical from the ground up!
Please call 253.886.1259 for more information.

Optician needed for vacation fill-in. Friday April 18th and Monday-Friday
April 21 - 25, 2008. Looking for dependable team-oriented employee with
excellent customer service skills. Ophthalmology practice located in
Everett. $20 an hour plus excellent aesthetic benefit package available
for on-call employees. Email resume to Goe2020@aol.com or
fax resume to 425-551-5208.

Immediate position for a Licensed Optician in Aberdeen, WA.
Full time, great benefits, and competitive wages $19+ DOE.
Flexible hours and a possible wage increase after 90 days.
Please contact by phone or fax.
Thank You, Sharon Hunt
Wal-Mart Vision Center Manager
phone (360)538-2720, fax (360)538-2728

Small private office in downtown Seattle looking for fill-in
optician April 7-10 (M-Th). Duties will include optical
sales and dispensing, repairs, insurance verification and
billing (vsp experience a plus), general receptionist duties.
salary DOE. office hours are 9-5. Email resume to:
columbiavision@yahoo.com. Thank you.

Eyes Rite Optical in Everett, is currently seeking
a part time employee, possibly leading to a full
time position. We are an independent optical shop
which involves most optical skills, including edging.
We are looking for a very positive, outgoing person
with great communication skills. Customer service is
key. Insurance knowledge a plus. Pay DOE. Fax resume
to 425-710-0895 or e-mail to: eyesriteverett@msn.com

Sales position available at West Seattle Optix.
Must have excellent people skills, a sense of
fashion, optical background a plus but not
necessary. Drop off resume in person between
noon and six p.m. Mon-Fri.
Damian Gormley
West Seattle Optix
4555 California Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 932-8276

Looking for an Optician or an Apprentice Optician for 3-5 days/week.
It is a small, growing single doctor office in Burlington. All jobs
are sent to labs so during free time the Optician may need to answer
the phone, schedule appointments and tidy up the optical area.
No weekends. Please send resume to:
Burlington Vision Clinic
406 E. Fairhaven Ave.
Burlington, WA 98233
or email to joewald@comcast.net

Benson Vision Source, a fantastic family practice located on the east hill
of Kent, is looking for an equally fantastic optician with a keen eye for
optical style and a passion for service.
If you are hard working, motivated, friendly, fun and will care about our
patients as much as we do, we are interested in you joining our team!
You will have the opportunity to work for a wonderful, kind Doc. & great,
supporting staff in a modern office with 1000's of optical options to offer.
You will receive excellent pay, bonuses, & benefits. Paid vacations,
holidays, and C.E.s No night and weekend work.
Licensed or apprentice, full or part-time available.
We take great pride in servicing our patients and taking care of our
employees!!!! Email resume to: mitchelllaurie2000@ yahoo.com or
fax to:(253)859-5084.
We're excited to hear from you!

Overlake Eye Designs is looking for a licensed Optician or apprentice
Optician to become a part of our fantastic team. We are a busy private
practice on the Eastside dedicated to providing outstanding service and
quality products to our patients. If you have excellent people skills,
are detailed oriented and enjoy working in a warm and friendly environment,
you need not look further!
Please send your resume to oedreception@gmail.com ; we would love to hear
from you! Salary and benefits depend on experience.
Come check us out at www.overlakeeyedesigns.com

Licensed Dispensing Optician or Apprentice position available.
Full or part time. Excellent opportunity to work for a nationally
recognized winner of the J. D. Powers Award as well as being
honored highly in Consumer Reports. COSTCO takes care of our
members ( must have superb customer service), and our employees
( comprehensive benefits and wages ).
Please apply on line @COSTCO. COM.
Attention Leslie Wiser, Optical Manager.

Optometric practice in Kirkland looking for a part time
Licensed Optician or Apprentice. Looking for someone who
is great with customers and willing to work 24-30 hours
a week. Contact lens experience and billing a plus.
Medical and retirement available. Please send resume to
whitmire5@comcast.net or by fax to 253-631-7868.

Coal Creek Family Vision in Newcastle is looking for a great
licensed or apprentice optician who wants a CAREER position.
The position offers excellent pay (DOE), paid vacation, paid
holidays and medical and dental benefits. We are looking for
a team player who is reliable and has excellent customer
service skills and an outgoing personality. This position
also involves administrative duties including appointment
scheduling, insurance billing and completion of purchase
transactions. Previous experience with insurance billing a
plus but not required. Basic computer proficiency is required.
We will train on our office software. Interested applicants
should e-mail the following: 1) Resume, 2) Salary History and
desired salary, 3) Cover letter. E-mail to opticianjob@gmail.com
No phone calls please.
We look forward to you joining our team!

Overlake Optical in Bellevue has a full time opening for an optician
with contact lens fitting experience. We will train the right person
who wishes to become a contact lens specialist. Salary DOE, great
benefits. Contact Tom Beaudry, fax 424 454-7915, or
tbeaudry@eyeclinicofbellevue.com

Full time optician desired for busy independent optometric office in beautiful
Bellingham. We are looking for an outgoing, fashion and technology savvy,
hands-on, and motivated person seeking long term employment. We want you, so
there are benefits of retirement plans, insurance, vacation, sick leave and monthly
bonus. The staff is what makes a practice, so join our team. Check us out at:
www.binyonvision.com and e-mail resume to: mgm@binyonvision.com

Pacific Eye Care of Poulsbo, a multi-clinic ophthalmology/optometry
practice headquartered in Poulsbo, WA is looking for an experienced
optician desiring management responsibility for our network of three
optical shops. The successful candidate will be an LDO, have progressive
and successful management experience in a multi-shop environment, be
a team builder, familiarity with computerized optical management
software a plus, have strategic planning and implementation skills, and
be a self-starter driven to succeed. If this sounds like you, and you
would enjoy working with an exciting team of professionals, e-mail your
resume and salary requirements to: rlinaman@pacificeyecare.com

Licensed Optician Needed in Vancouver/Camas, WA area
Competitive Wages $18+ hr DOE Need to apply by Friday Feb, 15th
Want a career with the largest growing retailer in the world?
Great Benefits! Including flexible hours, medical, profit
sharing/401K. Friendly Vision Center Management team with
the opportunity to move up and grow with the Company if desired.
We have a great Dr. partner providing different scope of
eye care services. Wal-mart believes in high quality opthalmic
lenses with the latest technology like Nikon Customized PAL lenses.
Our vision is to be "The trusted eye health care provider of choice
for patients seeking the best value!"
What are you waiting for??????? Call me with your questions!
Please call: Stephanie Beauchene, LDO
Optical District Manager of Professional Services Div.
Cell: 479-899-5694, Email: sbeauch@wal-mart.com
OR apply at any Wal-mart kiosk or @ www.wal-mart.com

Bella Vision is seeking a Full Time Licensed Dispensing Optician
to work in our Redmond Office. We are a primary eyecare practice.
If interested please send Resume to bellavision@hotmail.com.
We will offer competitive wage and benefits package based upon
experience.

Everything in Sight Optical, llc, located in downtown Bellingham,
is looking for a experienced apprentice optician. We are a family
owned business and offer a quality work environment. Our shop is
busy and growing. We need a apprentice that can hit the ground
running. We are open Mon -Fri 9:30 am - 5:30pm , Sat 10:00 am
-1:00 pm. Please contact Dave 360-647-0421, fax 360-647-0469,
email eisopt@qwestoffice.net

Contact Lens Clerk is needed for a busy Kirkland area ophthalmology
practice. We are looking for a positive, outgoing person who is
great with patients. Experience preferred with patient scheduling,
dispensing/checking in contacts, verifying insurance, assisting
dispensing optician and other duties as assigned. We have
competitive pay and benefits. Please fax your resume to
206/342-6196 or email HR Director at jobs@eanw.net

Pacific Northwest Eye Care in Olympia is looking for a friendly,
detail and customer service oriented individual. We currently
have a part time Optician/Technician position. Experience is a
plus but we are willing to train the right person. We offer a
family friendly work environment; Benefits include paid holidays,
sick/vacation time and bonuses. Salary DOE.
Please send resumes to eyecare@pnweyecare.com or Fax to 360-570-1801

Looking for Employment

I am planning a relocation to Eastern Washington. I am a LDO,
ABOC, NCLE & FNAO. I have management, sales and finishing
experience. My forte would be customer service and the
ability to work well with staff and customers.
Sincerely, Bruce Chandler, Roosterbhc@cox.net

Having recently moved from Texas to Washington, I am presenting
myself. I have over 15 years of experience in optics. Looking
for Part time/Full time work. Prefer EastSide.
E-mail, draya101@comcast.net

LDO Optician looking for Part time/ Part time fill-in work.
Prefer South sound areas, but would consider eastside as well.
e-mail majoreyecare@yahoo.com