Optician Jobs in New York
Optician jobs in New York are concentrated in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where major optical retailers and integrated health systems like LensCrafters, Visionworks, and NYU Langone Health maintain consistent hiring across their networks. Demand is strongest for opticians skilled in contact lens fittings, dispensing complex prescriptions, and low-vision rehabilitation. The market supports everything from entry-level dispensing positions to licensed senior roles at high-volume urban practices. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Optician Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Visionworks23

- LensCrafters17

- Warby Parker12

- EssilorLuxottica7

- Walmart4

Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in optician jobs across New York.
- Active New York State licensed optician credential or equivalent reciprocal license recognized in New York
- Experience dispensing eyewear and fitting contact lenses in a retail or clinical setting
- Proficiency with optical measurement tools including lensometers and pupillometers
- Ability to read and interpret optical prescriptions accurately for single-vision and progressive lenses
- Strong customer service skills and comfort working in a fast-paced retail or clinic environment
- Familiarity with vision insurance billing and point-of-sale optical management software
Optician Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a optician in New York?
New York requires opticians to hold a state license issued by the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services. Candidates must complete an approved apprenticeship program or an accredited opticianry education program, then pass both the American Board of Opticianry and National Contact Lens Examiners exams. New York does not issue a reciprocal license automatically, so out-of-state applicants must apply directly to the Division of Licensing Services.
Which companies hire opticians in New York?
New York optician roles are posted by Visionworks, LensCrafters, and Warby Parker and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New York's density of large optical chains alongside hospital-affiliated vision centers means consistent openings across both retail and clinical environments throughout the state.
Which New York cities have the most optician jobs?
New York, Rochester, and Victor lead New York for optician openings. New York City dominates by volume given its population density and concentration of optical retailers and academic medical centers, while Buffalo and Albany generate steady demand through regional health systems and established retail chains serving large suburban and upstate communities.
Are there remote optician jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. About 48% of optician openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how hands-on the dispensing and fitting work is by nature. The parts of the role most compatible with remote work are optical lab consulting, insurance verification, and frame buyer or product specialist positions at corporate offices.
How can I get hired as a optician in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in New York's registered apprenticeship programs, which allow you to earn while working toward your state license. Large optical retailers operating across New York City routinely hire apprentice opticians and provide on-the-job training toward licensure. Candidates who have worked as ophthalmic technicians or optical sales associates have a natural transition point. Passing the ABO written exam before applying gives candidates a measurable edge even before completing the full licensure requirements.
Where can I find and apply to optician jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to optician jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly through each listing.
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