Licensed Optician Jobs

Licensed Optician jobs are open across retail optical chains, private ophthalmology practices, and health systems, at every level from apprentice to master optician, with specializations in contact lens fitting, dispensing, and ophthalmic lab work. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles108+
Top stateMassachusetts
Top employerWarby Parker
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Work type100% On-site
Top industryMedical Devices

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MyEyeDr.
Licensed Optician
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Licensed Optician
MyEyeDr.
Stone Ridge, Virginia
Customer Service & Support
Sales
On-Site
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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Warby Parker
Licensed Optician
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Added 2d ago
Licensed Optician
Warby Parker
Somerville, Massachusetts
Customer Service & Support
On-Site
Other
1,001-5,000

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Warby Parker
Licensed Optician
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Warby Parker
Added 3d ago
Licensed Optician
Warby Parker
Fairlawn, Ohio
Customer Service & Support
On-Site
Other
1,001-5,000

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Warby Parker
Licensed Optician
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Warby Parker
Added 4d ago
Licensed Optician
Warby Parker
Delray Beach, Florida
Customer Service & Support
On-Site
Other
1,001-5,000

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Warby Parker
Traveling Licensed Optician
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Warby Parker
Added 4d ago
Traveling Licensed Optician
Warby Parker
Boca Raton, Florida
Customer Service & Support
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Licensed Optician Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Warby Parker
    Warby Parker58
  • Costco Wholesale
    Costco Wholesale14
  • BJ's Wholesale Club
    BJ's Wholesale Club10
  • MyEyeDr.
    MyEyeDr.10
  • Oakley
    Oakley9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Medical Devices59
  • Retail29
  • Healthcare & Medical Services15
  • Manufacturing8
  • Consumer Goods4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in licensed optician jobs.

  • Active state optician license or ABO national certification
  • Experience dispensing eyeglasses and fitting contact lenses
  • Proficiency with lensometers, pupillometers, and frame adjustment tools
  • Familiarity with optical practice management or POS software
  • Knowledge of ophthalmic lens types including progressives and high-index materials
  • Customer service experience in a retail or clinical optical setting

Tips for Your Licensed Optician Job Search

List your state license prominently

Recruiters filter for licensed candidates first, so put your state license number and issuing body in your resume header, not buried in a skills section. If you hold licenses in multiple states, list all of them.

Tailor your resume to the setting

A retail optical chain cares about frame styling, sales volume, and POS systems. A clinical practice cares about refraction support and contact lens fitting. Match your bullet points to the setting you're applying for, not to a generic template.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists licensed optician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight specific lens and frame brands

Name the frame lines and lens manufacturers you've worked with, such as Essilor, Zeiss, or Varilux, because employers often look for familiarity with the brands they stock rather than general dispensing experience alone.

Prepare a technical skills demo for interviews

Many employers ask candidates to perform a frame adjustment, lensometer reading, or pupillary distance measurement during the interview. Practice these on the spot so you can walk through your technique clearly and without hesitation.

Negotiate your continuing education support

ABO recertification costs and CE credits are real expenses. When you receive an offer, ask whether the employer covers exam fees, CE courses, or conference attendance before you accept, because policies vary widely across employers.

Licensed Optician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most licensed opticians?

The companies hiring the most licensed opticians right now include Warby Parker, Costco Wholesale, and BJ's Wholesale Club, with the largest share of openings in Massachusetts, Florida, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Retail optical chains and integrated health systems tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.

How many licensed optician jobs are remote?

About 0% of licensed optician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most dispensing and fitting work. Administrative roles such as optical billing, insurance verification, and virtual try-on consultation support are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.

How do you become a licensed optician?

Becoming a licensed optician typically starts with completing a state-approved apprenticeship or an accredited opticianry program at a community college. After training, you sit for your state licensing exam or the ABO national certification exam. Some states accept ABO certification in place of a state exam, while others require both. Check your state's board of optometry for the exact pathway.

Can you get hired as a licensed optician with little experience?

Yes, entry-level licensed optician roles exist, particularly at retail optical chains that train new hires in their proprietary systems. Holding your ABO certification or state license is the baseline employers expect even for junior roles. Highlighting any customer-facing work, lab experience from a training program, or hands-on clinic hours during your education helps you compete when your dispensing experience is limited.

What does the licensed optician interview process look like?

Most licensed optician interviews include a phone or video screen with a recruiter or office manager, followed by an in-person interview that often involves a practical skills component. You may be asked to adjust frames, operate a lensometer, or walk through how you handle a difficult customer. Clinical and private practice settings tend to place more weight on technical accuracy, while retail employers also assess sales approach and product knowledge.

Where can I find and apply to licensed optician jobs?

You can find and apply to licensed optician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your license type, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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