Licensed Optician Jobs in New York
Licensed Optician jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, with demand concentrated in retail optical chains, large health systems, and independent optical boutiques at levels from apprentice and entry-level through senior and dispensing manager. New York City, Buffalo, and Albany account for the largest share of openings, and well-established employers including LensCrafters, Visionworks, and New York-Presbyterian draw consistent hiring year-round. Contact lens fitting, progressive lens dispensing, and ophthalmic lab work are the specialties appearing most reliably in New York listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Why You’ll Love Working at BJ’s
At BJ’s Wholesale Club, our team members are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being and future – both on and off the job. When you grow, we grow.
Here’s just some of what you can look forward to:
- Weekly Pay: Get paid every week so that you can manage your money on your terms.
- Daily Pay: Access your earned pay before payday, giving you more flexibility when you need it. (fee may apply.)
- Free BJ’s Memberships: Enjoy a complimentary The Club Card Membership, plus a free Supplemental Membership for someone in your household.*
- Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.*
- Flexible and Affordable Health Benefits: Choose from three medical plans, and access optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and flexible spending account options to fit your lifestyle.*
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Build your financial future with a company match (available to team members 18 and older).*
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Accumulate funds through after-tax payroll deductions that can be used to purchase shares of BJ’s common stock at a 15% discount.*
Eligibility requirements vary by position.
Job Summary
Responsible for dispensing spectacles and other optical products, to both adults and children, working with prescriptions written by optometrists and ophthalmologists. This position advises and assists patients with various types of lenses and spectacle frames, including style, weight, and color.
The pay range advertised for this position does not include additional compensation paid out through our spiff program.
Team Members:
- Carry out job functions and responsibilities as assigned. Support the application of club policies, procedures, and compliance.
- Strives for flawless execution and hold ourselves accountable.
- Acts with honesty and integrity and lead with the member in mind to address all concerns and to escalate any concerns, as appropriate.
- Ensure a safe and positive environment for our members and each other.
- Embrace inclusion and diversity, by working together with collaboration and respect. Work as a team to achieve goals.
- Move with speed and agility in everything we do.
- Innovate and adapt so we can move as fast as the world around us.
- Maintain a friendly and positive attitude.
Members:
- Deliver service excellence through all points of contact.
- Resolve and deescalate to address every member concern.
- Ensure a safe and positive environment and experience for the members.
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Daily commitment to GOLD Member Standards
- Greet, Anticipate, Appreciate (GAA)
- Fast, Friendly Full, Fresh, Clean
Club Standards: Work as a team to deliver GOLD club standards daily.
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Work with commitment and pride to deliver GOLD- Grand opening look daily.
- All items stocked and planograms executed.
- Maintain visible accurate signage.
- Clean and organized, inside and out.
Know your Business:
- Understand how to access and read production and/or financial performance reporting for your department.
- See the connection between consistent execution and the positive impact it can have on the business.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities
- Verifies order data entry, compares Rx to original Rx provided from the doctor assuring all information entered in the system is accurate. Completes proper order filing procedures, including filing the order under the correct ABC system in the store.
- Delivers sales by providing excellent Member service in person and over the phone. Must be able to explain in detail all procedures included under the exam fee; being open and honest in communication and maintaining a friendly pleasant demeanor with customers at all times.
- Takes measurements, assures correct frame selection for Rx power, reads prescriptions on the lensometer, timely notification of product readiness and advancement of the order in the system: including received, notified, and dispense of each job and proper handling of all money related transactions.
- Strives to deliver sales and metric goals by educating patients on the benefits of available products, and by recommending those that will improve their visual needs.
- Spends downtime engaging with members in front of Optical.
- Adheres to all privacy and confidential/proprietary company policies and procedures (i.e. Health Information Portability and Accountability Act, known as HIPAA) as required by law. Provides support to Members in making eyeglass adjustments and repairs.
- Assists Optical Manager with the opening and closing procedures at the beginning and end of shift. Ensures that accurate funds are collected, and payments are made at the point of service.
- Maintains all club policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of this job.
Qualifications
- Must be licensed to work as an optician within the State and keep license up to date and active.
- Knowledge of optical products and business practices preferred.
- High school diploma, college degree, and/or big box wholesale, retail, and/or optical experience is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills and an attention to detail required.
- Open shift availability required for full time positions.
- At least 18 years of age.
Environmental Job Conditions
- Most of the time is spent moving about frequently on hard surfaces. There may be a need to occasionally position oneself to examine or scan merchandise, including bending, handling, pulling, reaching, and/or stooping.
- Frequently requires lifting objects up to 50 pounds. May require lifting and moving heavy and/or awkward objects more than 50 pounds with assistance.
- Located in a comfortable indoor area with frequent exposure to temperature extremes and loud noises. There may be occasional exposure to cleaning agents.
- Requires the use of Optical hand tools to adjust and repair Members’ eyeglasses, which includes the insertion and removal of nose pads and small screws.
We recognize the growing role of AI tools, including ChatGPT, and value familiarity with them. That said, we want to hear from your authentic self. Your application should reflect your own skills, experiences, and insights rather than AI-generated responses.
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Find Licensed Optician JobsLicensed Optician Jobs by City in New York
Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Licensed Optician Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Visionworks23

- LensCrafters16

- Warby Parker11

- EssilorLuxottica7

- Sam's Club4

Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed optician jobs across New York.
- Active New York State licensed optician credential issued by the State Board for Optics
- Proficiency fitting and adjusting eyeglass frames to patient facial measurements
- Experience interpreting ophthalmologist and optometrist prescriptions accurately
- Familiarity with ophthalmic laboratory equipment and lens fabrication processes
- Strong customer service skills in a retail or clinical optical environment
- Knowledge of vision insurance plans and optical billing procedures
Licensed Optician Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed optician in New York?
You must obtain a license from the New York State Board for Optics, which is administered through the New York State Education Department. Candidates must complete a state-approved opticianry training program or an apprenticeship, then pass the American Board of Opticianry written exam and the National Contact Lens Examiners exam where applicable. A high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum education requirement before entering a program.
How much do licensed opticians make in New York?
Licensed opticians in New York earn a median of about $63,880 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,060 for the lowest 10% to over $81,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire licensed opticians in New York?
Employers hiring licensed opticians in New York right now include Visionworks, LensCrafters, and Warby Parker, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New York's dense urban population and large number of ophthalmology practices and optical retail locations mean hiring is ongoing across both major metro areas and suburban communities throughout the state.
Which New York cities have the most licensed optician jobs?
New York, Rochester, and Victor have the most licensed optician openings in New York. New York City dominates due to its sheer population density and concentration of optical retail chains, hospital-based clinics, and private practices, while Buffalo and Albany see steady demand driven by regional health systems and suburban retail optical locations serving large surrounding populations.
Are there remote licensed optician jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Because licensed opticians work hands-on with patients to fit, measure, and adjust eyewear, nearly all positions require in-person attendance. About 56% of licensed optician openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be administrative, optical sales consultant, or customer support roles rather than direct dispensing work.
How can I get hired as a licensed optician in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an apprenticeship registered with the New York State Education Department, which lets you train on the job while working toward licensure. Large optical retailers like LensCrafters and Visionworks in New York regularly hire optical associates or apprentice opticians who work under a licensed supervisor. Candidates who have completed a New York opticianry training program, even without full licensure yet, gain a clear edge over those applying with no formal preparation.
Where can I find and apply to licensed optician jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to licensed optician jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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