Opticians Association Of Rhode Island - OARI

05/18/2026

Todays the day! Last call for rsvp! We look forward to seeing you there 😎

05/15/2026

There's still time to reserve YOUR spot at this spring's ce event🤓

** 💵Updated pricing💵**
🏃🏻‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃 (Run don't walk!)

05/07/2026

Now Hiring: Licensed Opticians across RI

Join a Global Leader in Eyewear!

Step into a career where vision meets innovation. We’re seeking RI Licensed Opticians to join the world-renowned EssilorLuxottica team, home to some of the most trusted and stylish names in eyewear.

As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with leading brands including LensCrafters, Target Optical, Pearle Vision, For Eyes, Oakley, Ray-Ban, Vision Associates and many more that we work with!

What You’ll Do:

Deliver expert optical care and personalized eyewear solutions.
Assist patients in selecting frames and lenses that match their lifestyle.
Interpret prescriptions and ensure precise lens fitting.
Provide outstanding customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.

What We’re Looking For:

Active RI Optician License (required)
Strong communication and customer service skills
Passion for helping people see and look their best

Why Join Us?

Competitive pay + Benefits package
Career growth within a global organization
Access to industry-leading training and technology
Employee discounts on premium eyewear brands

Bring your expertise and passion to a company shaping the future of vision care.
Apply directly:
https://bit.ly/4f0Hg0s - Providence, RI - LensCrafters
https://bit.ly/4cWujDG - Warwick, RI - LensCrafters

Jenilee Lowe LDO - Sr. Recruiter
Call or Text me directly at 561-531-4048
[email protected]

Licensed Optician - Warwick, RI - LensCrafters

04/27/2026

Who inspires you? 🏆 Nominations are officially OPEN for the Eye on Impact Awards!

We are looking for the leaders and rising stars shaping the future of our profession.

These awards will be presented during our special awards dinner powered by ZEISS Vision at the upcoming One Vision | One Voice | One UOA Leadership Conference, featuring keynote speaker Matt Havens!

We are seeking nominations for:

🌟 State Leader of the Year: For those showing exceptional commitment to advancing opticianry through sustained leadership at the state level.

⭐ Rising Star Award: For opticians showing rapid growth and leadership potential early in their career.

Don’t wait! Nominations close Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

🔗 Nominate a colleague today: https://www.uoaleadership.org/awards

04/13/2026

Hope to see you there 🤓

03/26/2026

03/17/2026

📣 We’ve been getting a TON of questions about the apprenticeship program—and we LOVE the excitement! 🙌

Trust us, we’re just as eager as you are to get things up and running. Your board has been working hard behind the scenes to make it happen 💪

✨ Good news: we expect to have an update in the next couple of weeks after the upcoming meeting with the Department of Health—stay tuned!

📧 Haven’t reached out yet? Send us an email at opticiansri.org so we can keep you in the loop!

💡 We also need YOUR help! Consider becoming a member of OARI by joining through our website. Your support goes beyond dues—it helps us build momentum and assemble a passionate team ready to launch this apprenticeship program when we get the green light 🚦

Let’s build something great together! 👓💙

09/28/2025

Deadline to register has been extended until 10/8!!!

Don't miss out on this great event taught by all master opticians! 3 courses are also available for NCLE credits and we will have two workshop sessions, one on frame repairs and the other is an eye dissection! We would love to see you there. Pay at the door, email our general inbox to RSVP or text 401-447-7802 for questions or to reserve your spot!

09/10/2025

TIME IS RUNNING OUT! Deadline to Register for our upcoming SUPER SUNDAY CE Event is 9/30/2025!

We have 3 Master Opticians teaching 6 Credit Hours with a great mix of course content (Class Listing to Come, STAY TUNED!), not to mention breakfast and lunch included!

**Register via email at [email protected]**

Looking forward to seeing you all there! 🤓