Optometric Assistant - PT

Description

Experienced Optometric Assistant (South Lakeland) – Established, well-respected, professional Optometry practice is looking for an exceptional Optometric Assistant to join our eye care team.

• Clean and prep exam rooms for patients and handle opening/closing duties.
• Perform preliminary testing on patients before seeing the doctor.
• Escort patients to and from exam and diagnostic rooms.
• Instill dilating drops and irrigate patient’s eyes as needed.
• Assist the doctor with special procedures or challenging patients.
• Record data accurately in the patient’s chart and computer.
• Assist patients with contact lens fittings, training, and dispensing.
• File and follow up on vision insurance claims.
• Handle frame and lens selection, dispensing, adjustments, and repairs.
• Order and verify glasses and contact lenses.
• Assist with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and optical duties.

• High School Diploma or higher.
• At least one to two years of training or prior experience in an optical, optometric or ophthalmic practice.
• Prior experience in optical sales, frame selection, lens measurements and recommendations.
• Computer proficiency; prior optical, optometric, or medical EHR experience a plus.
• CPOT, CPO, ABO, NCLE, COT, LDO certifications are a plus but not required.

• Stable, career‑minded individuals who genuinely care about their job and the patients they care for.
• Conscientious, dedicated, reliable, with dependable transportation.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently when required.
• Team player who works well with others.
• Outgoing with a genuine, warm and friendly personality.
• Positive attitude at all times, even in challenging situations.
• Dedication to providing world‑class customer service and patient care.
• Ability to multitask efficiently with excellent time awareness and time‑management skills.
• Desire to learn, grow and develop as a key member of our eye care team.

If you possess the qualifications listed above and are interested in applying, please reply via email or fax your resume to .

Location:

South Lakeland. Compensation:
Commensurate with training and experience. Please do not contact this job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.