Aspiring Optometry Lab Assistant — Entry Level

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Pikeville is seeking a part-time Contact Lens Assistant to support the KYCO Academic Affairs division. You will assist with inventory, student data processing, and lab operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

This entry-level role is ideal for students pursuing optometry or pre-optometry fields. You will handle inventory, data entry in spreadsheets, and assist with workshops with a focus on teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position suitable for students
• Ideal for those interested in optometry or pre-optometry fields
• Must be comfortable with basic computer tools and data processing

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and create restock lists
• Inventory contact lens fitting sets and place lab orders
• Maintain student data in spreadsheets and assist with CL orders
• Create and maintain supply kits for lab use
• Check in lenses and label items
• Track lenses and supplies ordered and received
• Assist with ancillary testing when needed
• Clean, disinfect, and inspect contact lenses and equipment
• Assign students to lanes for workshops using spreadsheets
• Coordinate with workshop/vendor organizer for events

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Career & Self Development

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Technology

Attention to detail

Tools

Word

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

The University of Pikeville is seeking a part-time Contact Lens Assistant to support the KYCO Academic Affairs division. You will assist with inventory, student data processing, and lab operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

This entry-level role is ideal for students pursuing optometry or pre-optometry fields. You will handle inventory, data entry in spreadsheets, and assist with workshops with a focus on teamwork and reliability.