TRAVELING OPTICIAN

Travel Optician at PDS OpticalPDS Optical is a SDVOSB Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that manufactures a very large number of eyeglasses each day. We have Optical Laboratories in Louisville, KY and Fort Lauderdale, FL and manage many optical stores across the US and Puerto Rico. We take great pride in our product and are especially thankful to produce eyeglasses for United States Veterans. PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity employer who values everyone and is committed to EEO for all. We consider our employees to be our most valuable asset and would love for you to consider joining our team.Lakeland, FL | VA Medical CenterServe Those Who ServedAt PDS Optical, we don't just provide eyewear - we provide care, respect, and service to our Veterans. We're looking for a Travel Optician! In this role, you will be based out of the Lakeland, FL VA. Travel would be anywhere in the United States and US Territories. Anticipated travel time would be 80%+.Why You'll Love This Role$25-$30/hour3% CommissionsTravel across the CountryThe Typical schedule is Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMWork in a professional VA medical environmentWhat You'll DoProvide friendly, knowledgeable, and compassionate service to our VeteransFit, adjust, repair, and dispense eyewear with precisionDeliver an exceptional patient experience every visitCollaborate with a supportive optical teamMaintain compliance with VA security and background requirementsWhat We're Looking ForActive Florida Optician Licensed (required)Self-motivatedStrong communication and customer service skillsExperience with lensometers, pupilometers, and optical softwareAbility to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environmentDependable, detail-oriented, and service-drivenKnowledge of VA optical benefits (preferred, not required)Benefits That Support YouCompetitive base payUnlimited commissions and incentivesHealth, dental and life insurance - Health and Welfare Benefit valued at an extra $4.22 per hourFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) with company match after 6 months of hirePaid time off11 Paid holidaysEmployee discountsEmployee Assistance ProgramReferral BonusesMake a Difference Every DayJoin a company that values work-life balance, invests in its people, and allows you to serve Veterans with pride and dignity!PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace Employer with Affirmative Action plans for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities as required under VEVRAA and Section 503, respectively.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalIf you need an accommodation seeking employment with PDS Optical of assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please email hrhelpdesk@pdsoptical.com or call 502-813-3318. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.