Opticians prepare, fit, and sell corrective contact lenses and eyeglasses.

Opticians follow prescriptions and advise customers on eyewear that suits their face shape and lifestyle.

Opticians often have sales and administrative duties. They may arrange displays of frames and other merchandise. They keep records of work orders, insurance payments, and inventory. They may also do some bookkeeping.

Opticians may sell:

• Cleaning solutions
• Contacts
• Eye cases
• Frames
• Sunglasses

Opticians repair broken eyeglasses frames and make adjustments to make sure they fit. They teach clients how to properly wear and clean their glasses. If a client ordered contact lenses, they teach them how to insert and remove them. They also teach them how to clean and store their contacts.

Some opticians make lenses to meet prescription specifications. They grind the lenses and verify their accuracy. They apply selected coatings, polish the edges, and assemble the lenses and frame parts.