Optometric Assistant JobOrinda, CA

Start Your Career in Eye Care as an Optometric Assistant with Orinda Optometry Group

Are you passionate about connecting with people and making a positive impact on their lives? If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care, join the dedicated team at Orinda Optometry Group as an Optometric Assistant at our Orinda, CA location.

Competitive pay ranging from $17.50 to $22.00 per hour, based on experience.

What You’ll Do:
As an Optometric Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in delivering top-notch patient care. You’ll assist with essential optical testing to determine vision needs and guide patients in selecting the perfect eyewear. Your friendly and professional demeanor will ensure a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

Why Join Orinda Optometry Group?
When you become part of our team, you’re joining more than just a workplace—you’re joining a family that values personalized care. We’re committed to your work-life balance and offer a supportive environment where you’ll feel encouraged and appreciated every day.

Don’t wait—take the first step toward a career you’ll love. Apply today to join the Orinda Optometry Group team as an Optometric Assistant! 

Start Your Career in Eye Care as an Optometric Assistant with Orinda Optometry Group

Are you passionate about connecting with people and making a positive impact on their lives? If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care, join the dedicated team at Orinda Optometry Group as an Optometric Assistant at our Orinda, CA location.

Competitive pay ranging from $17.50 to $22.00 per hour, based on experience.

What You’ll Do:
As an Optometric Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in delivering top-notch patient care. You’ll assist with essential optical testing to determine vision needs and guide patients in selecting the perfect eyewear. Your friendly and professional demeanor will ensure a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

Why Join Orinda Optometry Group?
When you become part of our team, you’re joining more than just a workplace—you’re joining a family that values personalized care. We’re committed to your work-life balance and offer a supportive environment where you’ll feel encouraged and appreciated every day.

Don’t wait—take the first step toward a career you’ll love. Apply today to join the Orinda Optometry Group team as an Optometric Assistant! 

Responsibilities

  • Greet all office guests in a professional and friendly manner.  
  • Gather preliminary data through patient pretest, such as documenting chief complaints, gathering patient’s medical history, measuring visual acuity, eye movement, interocular pressure (IOP), retinal photos, visual fields, and optical coherence tomography (OCT).  
  • Educate the patient throughout the prescreening process about what each machine is testing for and provide instructions to provide accurate test results.  
  • Accurately and efficiently document the results of pretesting into the current EHR program.  
  • Educate and instruct the patient on insertion, removal, and proper care of contact lenses.  
  • Assist the Optometrist as needed during examinations. 
  • Assist the patient in making decisions about frames and lenses. 
  • Assist other members of the team when needed and available.  

Skills & Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED 
  • 1-3 years prior Optometric Assistant experience preferred 
  • Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask 
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented.  
  • Interest in healthcare 
  • Strong communication skills.  
  • Must present a professional appearance 

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Assistant JobNiles, IL

Do you love connecting with patients and helping them see the world clearly? Are you passionate about providing top-notch patient care? If so, Professional Eye Care Center wants you on our team!

As an Optometric Assistant, you’ll maintain a professional and friendly demeanor while guiding patients through optical testing, helping them understand their visual abilities, and assisting them in selecting the perfect eyewear.

When you join Professional Eye Care Center, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a close-knit team that values your personal life and supports your growth every day. Here, your passion for exceptional patient care is celebrated, and your career can flourish.

Why you’ll love working with us:

  • Paid Lunch: Adds a day’s pay to each biweekly paycheck.
  • 4-Day Work Week (No Weekends!): Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with a flexible schedule.
  • Full Medical Benefits: We cover 100% of your medical insurance premium.
  • Simplified Employee Pension (SEP): Secure your financial future with our employee pension program.

Bring your dedication and passion to Professional Eye Care Center and build a career you love!

Apply today and start your journey as an Optometric Assistant in Niles, IL. 

Why You’ll Love This Job

Do you love connecting with patients and helping them see the world clearly? Are you passionate about providing top-notch patient care? If so, Professional Eye Care Center wants you on our team!

As an Optometric Assistant, you’ll maintain a professional and friendly demeanor while guiding patients through optical testing, helping them understand their visual abilities, and assisting them in selecting the perfect eyewear.

When you join Professional Eye Care Center, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a close-knit team that values your personal life and supports your growth every day. Here, your passion for exceptional patient care is celebrated, and your career can flourish.

Why you’ll love working with us:

  • Paid Lunch: Adds a day’s pay to each biweekly paycheck.
  • 4-Day Work Week (No Weekends!): Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with a flexible schedule.
  • Full Medical Benefits: We cover 100% of your medical insurance premium.
  • Simplified Employee Pension (SEP): Secure your financial future with our employee pension program.

Bring your dedication and passion to Professional Eye Care Center and build a career you love!

Apply today and start your journey as an Optometric Assistant in Niles, IL. 

Responsibilities

  • Greet all office guests in a professional and friendly manner.  
  • Gather preliminary data through patient pretest, such as documenting chief complaints, gathering patient’s medical history, measuring visual acuity, eye movement, interocular pressure (IOP), retinal photos, visual fields, and optical coherence tomography (OCT).  
  • Educate the patient throughout the prescreening process about what each machine is testing for and provide instructions to provide accurate test results.  
  • Accurately and efficiently document the results of pretesting into the current EHR program.  
  • Educate and instruct the patient on insertion, removal, and proper care of contact lenses.  
  • Assist the Optometrist as needed during examinations. 
  • Assist the patient in making decisions about frames and lenses. 
  • Assist other members of the team when needed and available.  

Skills & Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED 
  • 1-3 years prior optometric technician experience preferred 
  • Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask 
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented.  
  • Interest in healthcare 
  • Strong communication skills.  
  • Must present a professional appearance 

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Assistant JobTroy / Edwardsville, IL

Why You’ll Love This Job

Do you enjoy interacting with people, keeping things organized, and learning new skills? If you’re passionate about customer service and want to grow your knowledge in both front desk and optical, this may be the perfect opportunity for you! Join the Unger Eye Care team and make a difference in the lives of our patients, while building a rewarding career in the optometry field.

As an Optometric Assistant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth operations both at the front desk and within the optical department. You’ll be the face of our practice, helping patients feel welcomed and cared for, while also cross-training in optical services, including eyewear selection, fittings and dispenses. We offer a dynamic and collaborative environment, where you’ll have the chance to learn and grow with a supportive team.

 
Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Potential for performance-based bonuses
  • Eyewear and eye care benefits
  • Opportunity to offer a unique, patient-focused approach to eye care
  • Access to specialty services and products exclusive to our area

Salary Range: $18-$22 an hour, depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time (open to Part-Time)
 
Why Work with Us?
When you join the Unger Eye Care team, you become part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment. We are committed to providing the best care to our community and fostering a positive, dynamic work culture. Whether you’re helping patients select the perfect pair of glasses, or ensuring a smooth check-in experience, you’ll be making a meaningful impact on our patients’ lives every day. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your skill set, cross-train in multiple areas of the practice, and grow within the optometry field.

Employee Participation in Marketing Initiatives:
To foster a welcoming and engaging environment for both current and prospective patients, employees are encouraged to participate in social media and marketing photos. Showcasing our team helps build trust and comfort with patients, which in turn supports the growth and success of the practice. Participation in videos and photos is entirely optional and will be based on individual comfort levels.

Why You’ll Love This Job

Do you enjoy interacting with people, keeping things organized, and learning new skills? If you’re passionate about customer service and want to grow your knowledge in both front desk and optical, this may be the perfect opportunity for you! Join the Unger Eye Care team and make a difference in the lives of our patients, while building a rewarding career in the optometry field.

As an Optometric Assistant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth operations both at the front desk and within the optical department. You’ll be the face of our practice, helping patients feel welcomed and cared for, while also cross-training in optical services, including eyewear selection, fittings and dispenses. We offer a dynamic and collaborative environment, where you’ll have the chance to learn and grow with a supportive team.

 
Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Potential for performance-based bonuses
  • Eyewear and eye care benefits
  • Opportunity to offer a unique, patient-focused approach to eye care
  • Access to specialty services and products exclusive to our area

Salary Range: $18-$22 an hour, depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time (open to Part-Time)
 
Why Work with Us?
When you join the Unger Eye Care team, you become part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment. We are committed to providing the best care to our community and fostering a positive, dynamic work culture. Whether you’re helping patients select the perfect pair of glasses, or ensuring a smooth check-in experience, you’ll be making a meaningful impact on our patients’ lives every day. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your skill set, cross-train in multiple areas of the practice, and grow within the optometry field.

Employee Participation in Marketing Initiatives:
To foster a welcoming and engaging environment for both current and prospective patients, employees are encouraged to participate in social media and marketing photos. Showcasing our team helps build trust and comfort with patients, which in turn supports the growth and success of the practice. Participation in videos and photos is entirely optional and will be based on individual comfort levels.

Responsibilities

Front Desk Support:

  • Greet and assist patients with a warm and professional demeanor, ensuring a positive first impression.
  • Manage patient check-ins and check-outs, including collecting necessary information and verifying insurance details.
  • Schedule appointments, answer phone calls, and respond to patient inquiries with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Assist with payment processing and handle billing inquiries in coordination with the front desk team.
  • Maintain a clean and organized front office environment to promote a welcoming atmosphere.

Optical Support:

  • Assist patients in selecting eyewear that best suits their needs, style, and budget.
  • Provide education on lenses, frames, and eyewear options, guiding patients to make informed decisions.
  • Assist in fitting, measuring, and adjusting eyewear to ensure a proper and comfortable fit.
  • Help manage inventory by stocking optical products, frames, cleaning materials, and contact lenses.
  • Support the opticians and doctors in preparing patients for eye exams and follow-up care.

Skills & Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 1-2 years of customer service or retail experience preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for helping others.
  • Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to learn about optical products and services, with the ability to provide education to patients.
  • Comfortable with basic computer systems and appointment scheduling software.
  • Ability to manage time and priorities effectively, ensuring both front desk and optical tasks are completed efficiently.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Unger Eye Care is committed to building a diverse team and providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment.

Employee Participation in Marketing Initiatives:
To foster a welcoming and engaging environment for both current and prospective patients, employees are encouraged to participate in social media and marketing photos. Showcasing our team helps build trust and comfort with patients, which in turn supports the growth and success of the practice. Participation in videos is entirely optional and will be based on individual comfort levels.

Type: Full Time (Hourly)