Certified Optometry Support Specialist

Kaiser Permanente Northwest; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Northwest is seeking an optometry support technician to assist doctors of optometry and provide high-quality patient care. You will record medical histories, perform pre-testing, and help with procedures under supervision.

You will also handle patient communications, appointment scheduling, and instrument maintenance to ensure accurate testing and efficient clinic operations. This part-time role emphasizes teamwork within a managed practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in optometric/ophthalmic practice under an optometrist or ophthalmologist supervision.
• Or one year in a back office provider role with on-the-job KP Optometry training.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Record patients' medical and visual history and prepare clinical information for doctors.
• Take and record vitals, perform pre-testing and assist in procedures as directed.
• Manage patient communication, triage, and schedule coordination for doctors.
• Maintain and calibrate ophthalmic instruments and ensure sterile supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Medical history intake

EMR documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Auto-refractor

Auto-lensometer

Non-contact tonometer

Titmus vision tester

Snellen chart

Visual field tester

Ophthalmic imaging

Job description

Kaiser Permanente Northwest is seeking an optometry support technician to assist doctors of optometry and provide high-quality patient care. You will record medical histories, perform pre-testing, and help with procedures under supervision.

You will also handle patient communications, appointment scheduling, and instrument maintenance to ensure accurate testing and efficient clinic operations. This part-time role emphasizes teamwork within a managed practice.