ABO-Certified Optical Specialist

Abo Kuw; Glen Carbon (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart Sam's Club in Glen Carbon, IL seeks an Apprentice Optician to support eyewear services, frame adjustments and patient fittings. You will process orders, handle payments, and assist with insurance claims under supervision.

The role emphasizes compliance, HIPAA, and ongoing training with certification/licensure requirements, including state licensure within specified timelines. A high school diploma and ABO certification are required; experience in optics or retail is a plus.

Qualifications

• ABO certification and state licensure timelines required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in optical or retail is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in eyewear fitting, measuring pupillary distance, and lens orders.
• Process member purchases and payments, including returns and exchanges.
• Coordinate with labs and optometrists on orders and product updates.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant records and inventory for optical materials.

Skills

Customer service

Retail operations

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

ABO certification

State optician licensure within 18 months

Tools

Insurance processing software

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Walmart Sam's Club in Glen Carbon, IL seeks an Apprentice Optician to support eyewear services, frame adjustments and patient fittings. You will process orders, handle payments, and assist with insurance claims under supervision.

The role emphasizes compliance, HIPAA, and ongoing training with certification/licensure requirements, including state licensure within specified timelines. A high school diploma and ABO certification are required; experience in optics or retail is a plus.