Licensed Optician Jobs in South Dakota
Licensed Optician jobs in South Dakota are open across Sioux Falls, Sd, and Rapid City and other South Dakota metros, with employers like Sanford Health, Sioux Center Health, and Sanford Bismarck hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives.
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $32 / hour
At Aspen Dental, We Put You First. We Offer:
- A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
- Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career
- A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
- Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U
How You’ll Make a Difference:
As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support and training you need to maximize your career potential and help make a difference in your community one smile at a time.
- Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Take dental x-rays
- Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
- Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice
- Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
- Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns
- Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
- Perform digital intraoral scans
- Support patient charting for doctors
- Perform various office tasks as necessary
- Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction
Qualifications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds
- Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
- Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification if required
Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization.
ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Where South Dakota roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Licensed Optician Job Market in South Dakota
A snapshot from current South Dakota openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sanford Health19

- Sioux Center Health18

- Sanford Bismarck13

- Monument Health3

- Allstate Insurance2

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services55
- Non-Profit & Social Services3
- Insurance2
- Retail1
What South Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed optician jobs across South Dakota.
- 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
Licensed Optician Jobs in South Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed optician jobs are there in South Dakota?
There are 58+ licensed optician openings in South Dakota on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Sioux Falls, Sd, and Rapid City. New positions post regularly as employers across South Dakota hire.
How much do licensed opticians make in South Dakota?
Licensed opticians in South Dakota earn a median of about $43,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $32,390 for the lowest 10% to over $49,730 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which South Dakota cities have the most licensed optician jobs?
Sioux Falls, Sd, and Rapid City have the most licensed optician openings in South Dakota right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire licensed opticians in South Dakota?
Employers hiring licensed opticians in South Dakota include Sanford Health, Sioux Center Health, and Sanford Bismarck, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote licensed optician jobs in South Dakota?
Yes. About 3% of licensed optician openings tied to South Dakota are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in South Dakota metros.
How do I apply for licensed optician jobs in South Dakota?
You can apply to licensed optician jobs in South Dakota directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred South Dakota location, then apply to each one that fits.
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