Optician Jobs in Michigan

An Optician plays a crucial role in the optometry field, assisting patients with their vision needs, primarily by fitting and selling eyeglasses and contact lenses. They work closely with Optometrists and Ophthalmologists, interpreting their prescriptions to help individuals select the most suitable eyewear, taking into account factors like their lifestyle, face shape, and personal style. Opticians also perform adjustments, repairs, and replacements, ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of the patients.

Opticians typically require special certifications and skills. They are expected to have an Opticianry certification or an Associate degree in Opticianry, from a recognized institution. Importantly, they should have strong customer service and sales skills, enabling them to advise patients effectively and increase sales. Prior to becoming an Optician, individuals might have roles as an Optometric Assistant, Optical Sales Associate, or Optical Lab Technician, providing them with industry experience and a foundation of knowledge in vision care.

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Company: Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Job Title: Optician Department: Ophthalmology Supervisor Title: Clinic Manager Location: Ionia, MI - 537 W Main St., Ionia, MI, 48846 SUMMARY An Optician will achieve...

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Optical Stylist, Full-Time

  • SEE Eyewear
  • Birmingham, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Birmingham, MI
  • 8 hours ago

If you are applying for a position in one of these states, you may be required to be a licensed dispensing optician or a registered apprentice under supervision....

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Sales Associate Optical - Part Time

  • America's Best
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 8 hours ago

Provide excellent customer service while supporting store sales goals Help customers select eyewear based on lifestyle, prescription, and budget Dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses and provide lens...

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Optician Level 1

  • Walmart
  • Roseville, MI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Roseville, MI
  • 16 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $17 - $25 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Licensed Optician

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 19 hours ago

Position Summary: Assists members in choosing and ordering eyeglasses, uses computer to process orders, fits eyeglasses, and dispenses eyeglasses and contacts under the supervision of a licensed optician...

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Non-Licensed Optician

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Midland, MI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 19 hours ago

Position Summary: Assists members in choosing and ordering eyeglasses, uses computer to process orders, fits eyeglasses, and dispenses eyeglasses and contacts under the supervision of a licensed optician...

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Optician / Optical Sales Associate

  • EyeCare Partners, LLC
  • Ionia, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Ionia, MI
  • 13 days ago

Back to jobs New Optician / Optical Sales Associate Ionia, MI Apply EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care....

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SVS Vision - Optician - Walker, MI.

  • SVS Vision
  • Walker, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Walker, MI
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary: SVS Vision Opticians will be responsible for helping customers achieve the right type of eyeglasses, lens shape or contact lenses in accordance with their eyesight or eye....

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(USA) Optician Sam's

  • Wal-Mart
  • Flint, MI
  • 19 days ago
  • Flint, MI
  • 19 days ago

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...

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SVS Vision - Optician - Beltline, MI.

  • SVS Vision
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 22 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 22 days ago

Job Summary: SVS Vision Opticians will be responsible for helping customers achieve the right type of eyeglasses, lens shape or contact lenses in accordance with their eyesight or eye....

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Licensed Optician - Manager

  • Walmart
  • Grand Haven, MI
  • 23 days ago
  • Grand Haven, MI
  • 23 days ago

Current eligibility to work as an optician or apprentice optician under applicable state laws, regulations, and/or rules. Preferred Qualifications......

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SVS Vision - Optician - Mt Clemens, MI

  • SVS Vision
  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 27 days ago

Job Summary: SVS Vision Opticians will be responsible for helping customers achieve the right type of eyeglasses, lens shape or contact lenses in accordance with their eyesight or eye....

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Optical Sales Associate - Willing to Train!

  • Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
  • Holland, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 27 days ago

Company: Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Job Title: Optician Department: Ophthalmology Supervisor Title: Clinic Manager Location: Holland, MI SUMMARY An Optician will achieve a world-class Total Patient...

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Sales Associate Optical

  • America's Best
  • Madison Heights, MI
  • 28 days ago
  • Madison Heights, MI
  • 28 days ago

Provide excellent customer service while supporting store sales goals Help customers select eyewear based on lifestyle, prescription, and budget Dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses and provide lens...

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Apprentice Optician - Somerset

  • Warby Parker
  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago

What you'll do Work directly with a mentor who is either a licensed optician (in licensed states) or a certified optician (in non-licensed states) to learn how to meet customers' eyewear needs Learn...

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Demographic Data for Michigan

Moving to Michigan? Find some basic demographic data about Michigan below.


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National
10,077,306
222,152

Salary for Optician Jobs in Michigan

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireOptometry research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Opticians in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.7%
High School or GED
25.6%
Associate's Degree
19.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.3%
Some College
4.5%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Opticians in Michigan
1-2 years
25.9%
2-4 years
22.2%
Less than 1 year
18.5%
None
11.1%
10+ years
7.4%
4-6 years
7.4%
6-8 years
7.4%



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