Optician 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

An Optician is a person which gets prescriptions from ophthalmologists and then gives them certain lenses and frames to advice which they would like. Here are some of the things they would personally do: 

• interpret optical prescriptions written by optometrists or ophthalmologists; 
• give advice to patients on lens type, frames and styling; 
• with further training, fit contact lenses and give advice on their care and use; 
• take frame and facial measurements to ensure correct fit and positioning; 
• advice partially sighted patients on the use of low vision aids; 
• advise patients when adjustments or repairs to spectacles are needed; 
• select, manage and order a range of optical products; 
• order lenses from prescription houses; 
• And more! 

Salary: $34,840 

Education: 

• High School Diploma or Associates and Bachelor's degree in opticianry for career advancement 

Demand for this profession: 

• State licensure or certification 
• On the job training 

Reflection: I believe this job can be simple and accurate. Seems like a convenient job.