Optician

Ansible Government Solutions·Rancho Cordova, California

$21 - $26/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 2 months ago

Practice for this role

Optician · $21 - $26/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-54% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Rancho Cordova, California ($46.06/hr, n=40)

$16.50/hr · lowesthighest · $120/hr

this role: $21.04/hrmedian $46.06/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 40 posted healthcare roles in Rancho Cordova, California rates. This role sits in the 17th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 54% below the Rancho Cordova, California median for similar positions.

Provide onsite optician and dispensing services for VA beneficiaries, including measuring, fitting, and dispensing eyeglasses. Perform minor repairs and document all patient interactions within the EHR system.

Overview Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently seeking Opticians to support operations at the Sacramento VA Medical Center located at 10535 Hospital Way Mather, CA 95655.

The schedule is typically Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm.

If you accept employment with Ansible, you must also acknowledge that any assigned schedule is subject to change at the direction of either Ansible or its customers.

Ansible is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas.

Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology.

To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.

Responsibilities

Provide onsite optician and dispensing services for eligible VA beneficiaries Measure, fit, and dispense VA‑provided eyeglasses per prescriptions written by VA Optometry/Ophthalmology providers Assist Veterans with: Frame selection Lifestyle needs assessment Pupillary distance, segment height, base curve measurements Perform minor eyeglass repairs and adjustments (e.g., screws, nose pads, frame adjustments) Verify prescription specifications and communicate with VA providers as needed (without altering prescriptions) Document all patient interactions and services in CPRS/EHR Maintain timely patient service standards (generally within 30 minutes of arrival) Participate in VA quality, compliance, and reporting requirements Coordinate coverage for PTO, sick leave, and absences to ensure uninterrupted clinic operations

Qualifications

Active, full, unrestricted Optician license in states where licensure is required OR ABO (American Board of Opticianry) certification in states without licensure At least one licensed optician onsite where state law requires licensure Each licensed optician may supervise up to two apprentice opticians No sponsorship available Position Pays: $21.04 - $26.13/hr All candidates must be able to: Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist Lift up to 20 lbs Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance Push/pull with 30 lbs of force All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

Requires an active, unrestricted Optician license or ABO certification. Candidates must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing various physical movements during their shift.

professional certificate
Patient Documentation
Frame Selection
Prescription Verification
Eyeglass Dispensing
Eyeglass Repair
Pupillary Distance Measurement
Patient Service Standards
CPRS/EHR

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $21 - $26/hr
Location: Rancho Cordova, California
Posted: Jun 30, 2026
Closes: Sep 28, 2026
Application: Employer website

California optician roles stay consistently needed

In California, optician openings are often driven by steady patient volume in retail optical, clinic, and eye-care settings. Competition can be strong for candidates with an active, unrestricted Optician license or ABO certification, plus the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle varied movement during a shift. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure details and prepare examples of hands-on optical experience before applying.