Licensed Optician Jobs in Ohio
Licensed Optician jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with demand concentrated in optical retail chains, ophthalmology practices, and integrated health systems at levels from entry-level dispensing roles through senior lab and fitting positions. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the largest share of openings, where employers like LensCrafters, Walmart Vision Centers, and the Cleveland Clinic network maintain steady hiring. The most in-demand specialties include contact lens fitting, progressive lens dispensing, and low-vision support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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It all starts in our centers, where our dedicated team members combine state-of-the-art technology, exceptional eye care, and hometown Midwestern values to deliver high-quality products and services.
As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships in the communities we serve through a rewarding career helping improve the sight and lives of our patients.
Enjoy on-the-job training and certification opportunities as well a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401K with match, and paid time off.
Are you looking for an opportunity to provide great customer service and patient care and grow your career? Shopko Optical is seeking a Licensed Apprentice Optician to join our team in Piqua, Ohio! On the job training provided.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and dispensing of eyewear. Complete pre-screening activities prior to patient exams. Prepare work orders for Optical Lab. Process medical billing information. Maintain frame inventory.
Taking Care of our teams who take Care of our Patients
- Competitive Wages & Sales Incentives
- 401K with Match
- Vacation Pay/Personal Day: Full-time regular teammates who work an average of 32 hours per week are eligible for 2 Weeks of vacation benefits. 1 Personal Day is allowed of 8 hours.
- 6 or 7 Paid Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off - 8 hours
- Sick Pay: Eligible Teammates accrue Sick/Safe Leave at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked.
- Health & Wellbeing Benefits: Medical, Life, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability
- Voluntary/Cafeteria Offerings
- Employee Assistance Program
- On the Job Training & Certification
- Teammate Recognition Program
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Provide excellent customer and patient service according to company and Optical Center standards
- Analyze patient eyewear needs
- Recommend specific lenses, lens coatings and frames to satisfy patient needs
- Assist patients in selecting frames according to style and color. Ensure frames are coordinated with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
- Order and dispense eyewear accurately and professionally
- Assist patients with proper frame repairs and adjustments
- Show patients how to insert, remove and care for their contact lenses
- Assist Optometrist with case histories and screenings
BUSINESS AND OPERATIONAL STANDARDS
- Maintain a complete knowledge of third-party plans and claims
- Explain promotions and special lens offerings to patients and customers
- Balance accounts
- Prepare work orders containing specific instructions for Optical Lab
- Process medical billing information
- Ensure proper merchandising of frame inventory
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
- Maintain license as required by State
- High School Graduate or equivalent
- To become Certified, teammate must complete Shopko OCE Certification requirements and calendar modules
- Previous experience in an office and/or optical dispensing is preferred
- Able to handle multiple customer interactions/phone calls at a time
- Able to work with patient eyewear needs including analyzing prescriptions, repairs and adjustments and lifestyle dispensing
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS:
· Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication
- Able to read and write at a high school graduate level
- Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Able to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.)
- Ability to lift 10 to 20 pounds
- Ability to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)
- Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand/arm steadiness
- Ability to grip and hold items
- Good eye and hand coordination
- Able to operate a cash register, various optical equipment and tools
- Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
- Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
It all starts in our centers, where our dedicated team members combine state-of-the-art technology, exceptional eye care, and hometown Midwestern values to deliver high-quality products and services.
As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships in the communities we serve through a rewarding career helping improve the sight and lives of our patients.
Enjoy on-the-job training and certification opportunities as well a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401K with match, and paid time off.
Are you looking for an opportunity to provide great customer service and patient care and grow your career? Shopko Optical is seeking a Licensed Apprentice Optician to join our team in Piqua, Ohio! On the job training provided.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and dispensing of eyewear. Complete pre-screening activities prior to patient exams. Prepare work orders for Optical Lab. Process medical billing information. Maintain frame inventory.
Taking Care of our teams who take Care of our Patients
- Competitive Wages & Sales Incentives
- 401K with Match
- Vacation Pay/Personal Day: Full-time regular teammates who work an average of 32 hours per week are eligible for 2 Weeks of vacation benefits. 1 Personal Day is allowed of 8 hours.
- 6 or 7 Paid Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off - 8 hours
- Sick Pay: Eligible Teammates accrue Sick/Safe Leave at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked.
- Health & Wellbeing Benefits: Medical, Life, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability
- Voluntary/Cafeteria Offerings
- Employee Assistance Program
- On the Job Training & Certification
- Teammate Recognition Program
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Provide excellent customer and patient service according to company and Optical Center standards
- Analyze patient eyewear needs
- Recommend specific lenses, lens coatings and frames to satisfy patient needs
- Assist patients in selecting frames according to style and color. Ensure frames are coordinated with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
- Order and dispense eyewear accurately and professionally
- Assist patients with proper frame repairs and adjustments
- Show patients how to insert, remove and care for their contact lenses
- Assist Optometrist with case histories and screenings
BUSINESS AND OPERATIONAL STANDARDS
- Maintain a complete knowledge of third-party plans and claims
- Explain promotions and special lens offerings to patients and customers
- Balance accounts
- Prepare work orders containing specific instructions for Optical Lab
- Process medical billing information
- Ensure proper merchandising of frame inventory
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
- Maintain license as required by State
- High School Graduate or equivalent
- To become Certified, teammate must complete Shopko OCE Certification requirements and calendar modules
- Previous experience in an office and/or optical dispensing is preferred
- Able to handle multiple customer interactions/phone calls at a time
- Able to work with patient eyewear needs including analyzing prescriptions, repairs and adjustments and lifestyle dispensing
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS:
· Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication
- Able to read and write at a high school graduate level
- Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Able to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.)
- Ability to lift 10 to 20 pounds
- Ability to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)
- Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand/arm steadiness
- Ability to grip and hold items
- Good eye and hand coordination
- Able to operate a cash register, various optical equipment and tools
- Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
- Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
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Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Licensed Optician Job Market in Ohio
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed optician jobs across Ohio.
- Active Ohio State Optical Dispensers license issued by the Ohio Optical Dispensers Board
- Experience fitting and dispensing prescription eyewear in a retail or clinical setting
- Proficiency with optical lab equipment including edgers, lensometers, and frame adjusters
- Strong knowledge of frame selection, lens materials, coatings, and progressive lens technologies
- Ability to interpret prescriptions and advise patients on corrective lens options
- Customer service skills with experience managing patient intake and insurance verification
Licensed Optician Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed optician in Ohio?
To become a licensed optician in Ohio, you must obtain a license from the Ohio Optical Dispensers Board. Candidates typically complete an accredited opticianry program or an apprenticeship under a licensed optician, then pass the American Board of Opticianry written exam and the National Contact Lens Examiners exam where applicable. Ohio requires you to submit proof of education or apprenticeship hours, exam results, and an application to the Board before practicing independently.
How much do licensed opticians make in Ohio?
Licensed opticians in Ohio earn a median of about $50,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $35,830 for the lowest 10% to over $65,280 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire licensed opticians in Ohio?
Employers hiring licensed opticians in Ohio right now include LensCrafters, America's Best, and AEG Vision, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's mix of large optical retail chains, independent eye care practices, and hospital-affiliated ophthalmology departments creates a broad range of employers actively seeking licensed opticians across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most licensed optician jobs?
Columbus, Mentor, and Fairlawn have the most licensed optician openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the largest share due to its size and concentration of retail optical chains and health system outpatient clinics, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate strong demand from their major medical centers, ophthalmology groups, and established retail corridors.
How can I get hired as a licensed optician in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an apprentice optician or optical sales associate role at a retail optical chain while working toward your Ohio Optical Dispensers Board license. LensCrafters and Walmart Vision Centers locations across Ohio regularly hire associates without a license and support them through the apprenticeship hours required for licensure. Completing an accredited opticianry program at a community college or starting as an optometric technician or optical lab assistant are lateral moves that give candidates a credential edge and a foot in the door with Ohio employers.
Where can I find and apply to licensed optician jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to licensed optician jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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