Licensed Optician Jobs in Georgia
Licensed Optician jobs in Georgia are consistently active, with strong demand across retail optical chains, ophthalmology practices, and hospital-affiliated vision centers at every level from entry-level dispensers through senior opticians and practice leads. Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like LensCrafters, Walmart Vision Centers, and Emory Healthcare's network of optical services. The most in-demand specialties are contact lens fitting, frame dispensing, and low-vision support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Provides Member service by acknowledging the Member identifying their needs assisting with purchasing decisions locating merchandise resolving issues and concerns and promoting the Companys products and services
Maintains merchandise presentation by stocking merchandise setting up cleaning and organizing product displays removing damaged goods signing and pricing merchandise appropriately and securing fragile and highshrink merchandise
Maintains the Sales Floor in the Optical area in accordance with Company policies and procedures by properly handling claims and returns zoning the area arranging and organizing merchandise and identifying shrink and damages
Receives and stocks merchandise in the Optical area and organizes and maintains the Optical area by following Company procedures utilizing equipment appropriately merchandising and completing paperwork logs and other required documentation
Operates hardware such as cash registers or related equipment processes member purchases and assists in payments returns refunds and exchanges using appropriate procedures for different membership and payment types
Sells Optical products and services by assisting Members with purchasing decisions measuring adjusting and repairing frames and lenses completing eyewearcontact lens orders identifying and verifying prescription information completing and maintaining paperwork forms and other required documentation collecting payments for doctor services and performing and recording results of optometric pretests
Respect the Individual: Embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences creates a workplace where associates feel seen supported and connected through a culture of belonging creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and perform helps to attract the best talent
Respect the Individual: Works as a team builds strong and trusting relationships communicates with impact energy and positivity to motivate and influence
Respect the Individual: Strengthens the team by helping developing and mentoring others recognizes others contributions and accomplishments
Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture holds oneself and others accountable supports Walmarts goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates customers members and the world around us
Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble selfaware honest fair and transparent
Serve our Customers and Members Delivers results while putting the customer first
Serve our Customers and Members Makes decisions based reliable information balances short and longterm priorities and considers how own work impacts the teams ability to deliver on our purpose for all stakeholders
Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn takes calculated risks and demonstrates courage and resilience
Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements is open to and uses new technologies and skills and supports others through change
At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!
- Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage
- Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart at https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J.
The hourly wage range for this position is $33.50 to $41.50*
- The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.
Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Primary Location...
3383 BUFORD DR, BUFORD, GA 30519-4985, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.Position Summary...
What you'll do...
Provides Member service by acknowledging the Member identifying their needs assisting with purchasing decisions locating merchandise resolving issues and concerns and promoting the Companys products and services
Maintains merchandise presentation by stocking merchandise setting up cleaning and organizing product displays removing damaged goods signing and pricing merchandise appropriately and securing fragile and highshrink merchandise
Maintains the Sales Floor in the Optical area in accordance with Company policies and procedures by properly handling claims and returns zoning the area arranging and organizing merchandise and identifying shrink and damages
Receives and stocks merchandise in the Optical area and organizes and maintains the Optical area by following Company procedures utilizing equipment appropriately merchandising and completing paperwork logs and other required documentation
Operates hardware such as cash registers or related equipment processes member purchases and assists in payments returns refunds and exchanges using appropriate procedures for different membership and payment types
Sells Optical products and services by assisting Members with purchasing decisions measuring adjusting and repairing frames and lenses completing eyewearcontact lens orders identifying and verifying prescription information completing and maintaining paperwork forms and other required documentation collecting payments for doctor services and performing and recording results of optometric pretests
Respect the Individual: Embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences creates a workplace where associates feel seen supported and connected through a culture of belonging creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and perform helps to attract the best talent
Respect the Individual: Works as a team builds strong and trusting relationships communicates with impact energy and positivity to motivate and influence
Respect the Individual: Strengthens the team by helping developing and mentoring others recognizes others contributions and accomplishments
Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture holds oneself and others accountable supports Walmarts goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates customers members and the world around us
Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble selfaware honest fair and transparent
Serve our Customers and Members Delivers results while putting the customer first
Serve our Customers and Members Makes decisions based reliable information balances short and longterm priorities and considers how own work impacts the teams ability to deliver on our purpose for all stakeholders
Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn takes calculated risks and demonstrates courage and resilience
Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements is open to and uses new technologies and skills and supports others through change
At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!
- Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage
- Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart at https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J.
The hourly wage range for this position is $33.50 to $41.50*
- The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.
Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Primary Location...
3383 BUFORD DR, BUFORD, GA 30519-4985, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.See All 25 Licensed Optician Jobs in Georgia
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The qualifications that appear most often in licensed optician jobs across Georgia.
- Active Georgia State Board of Opticians license or eligibility to obtain one
- ABO and NCLE certification preferred or required by most hiring employers
- Experience dispensing and adjusting eyewear in a retail or clinical setting
- Ability to perform accurate optical measurements including PD and vertex distance
- Strong customer service skills with experience explaining lens options to patients
- Familiarity with optical practice management or point-of-sale software systems
Licensed Optician Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed optician in Georgia?
Georgia requires opticians to hold a license issued by the Georgia State Board of Opticians before dispensing spectacles or contact lenses independently. Candidates typically complete an accredited opticianry program or an apprenticeship under a licensed optician, then pass the American Board of Opticianry and National Contact Lens Examiners exams. The Board reviews applications and issues licenses to those who meet education and examination requirements.
How much do licensed opticians make in Georgia?
Licensed opticians in Georgia earn a median of about $48,010 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,800 for the lowest 10% to over $74,120 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire licensed opticians in Georgia?
Employers hiring licensed opticians in Georgia right now include LensCrafters, America's Best, and Sam's Club, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Georgia's mix of large retail optical chains and health-system-affiliated vision clinics means openings appear across both high-volume retail environments and more clinical, patient-focused settings.
Which Georgia cities have the most licensed optician jobs?
Atlanta, Alpharetta, and Augusta have the most licensed optician openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of its population density and concentration of large retail optical chains, ophthalmology groups, and health systems, while Savannah and Augusta generate consistent demand through regional hospital networks and independent optical practices serving their surrounding communities.
Are there remote licensed optician jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. Optical dispensing, fitting, and adjustment require in-person patient contact, so the role is fundamentally on-site. About 0% of licensed optician openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in optical lab support, insurance verification, or practice management rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a licensed optician in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an optical apprenticeship or trainee position at a retail optical chain, where you work under a licensed optician while completing hours toward licensure. Large Georgia employers like LensCrafters and Walmart Vision Centers regularly hire optical sales associates who can transition into licensed roles after obtaining ABO certification. Completing an accredited opticianry program in Georgia, such as those offered at Atlanta Technical College, also positions candidates competitively for entry-level dispensing roles.
Where can I find and apply to licensed optician jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to licensed optician jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings from employers actively hiring. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to each one.
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