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Posted 22 July, 2026

Optician I

Eye Associates of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM, US Full Time

Job Description

Join Eye Associates of New Mexico (EANM) as an Optician and play a vital role in planning and coordinating Optical Department operations. From guiding patients through lens and frame selection to ensuring smooth patient flow in the optical shop, your work will make a daily impact. If you’re detail-oriented, adaptable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is more than a job—it’s a launchpad for your career.

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Starting pay $16.00 per hour +, depending on skills, experience or ABO Certification

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Why Choose Us?

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  • Paid on-the-job training
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  • Largest Ophthalmology & Optometry practice in the Southwest
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  • Commission opportunities to boost your earnings
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  • A culture of mentorship and support from day one
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Schedule & Work-Life Balance

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  • Full-Time Position
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  • Typically, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with an occasional Saturday.
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  • Enjoy true work-life balance while doing meaningful work every day
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What We’re Looking For

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  • 1+ years of patient service in optical preferred (but not required)
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  • Strong communication and people skills
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  • ABO Certification a plus—we’ll train and support you if you don’t have it yet
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  • A team player ready to grow in a patient-centered environment
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What You’ll Do

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  • Fit, adjust, and dispense eyeglasses
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  • Educate patients on lens options and frame selection
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  • Interpret prescriptions from ophthalmologists/optometrists
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  • Maintain patient records and manage inventory
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Benefits We Offer:

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  • PTO & 8 paid holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & Christmas Eve!)
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  • Medical, Dental & Generous Vision Benefits
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  • 401(k)
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  • Education Assistance
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  • Company-paid Life & more!
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** Benefit eligibility varies based on full-time or part-time status. The benefits listed above apply to employees with .75 FTE status or higher; additional details will be provided upon hire.

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Eligibility varies based on full-time or part-time status. The benefits listed above apply to employees with .75 FTE status or higher; additional details will be provided upon hire.

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Ready to start a rewarding career? Apply today! Learn more at www.eyenm.com.

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Req.#2903