Clinic Assistant PartTime Optometry

Open Eyes Vision Center; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

Open Eyes Vision Center in Garland, TX is seeking a reliable Clinic Assistant to join our clinics in Garland, McKinney, and Mesquite. This role blends patient care with light administrative duties to ensure a smooth, welcoming experience for every patient.

Part-time schedule with 8-32 hours per week; Saturdays required; hours typically 9:30 am–5:30 pm; one weekday Mon-Fri needed. Training provided and opportunities for growth within a healthcare team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior medical/optometry office experience preferred but training provided.

Responsibilities

• Clinical duties: Prepare exam rooms and sanitize equipment; Escort patients, record medical history, and perform basic pre-tests; Educate patients on eye health and contact lens care; Monitor and restock clinical supplies.
• Administrative duties: Greet and assist patients at check-in; Schedule appointments; Keep clinic and reception areas clean and welcoming; Lead Assistants may assist with check-in, check-out and benefit verification.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Grow your career in healthcare while helping patients see their best every day!
• Clinic Assistant- Part-time Great schedule for college students!

Open Eyes Vision Center is seeking a reliable and compassionate Clinic Assistant to join our clinics located in Garland, McKinney, and and occasionally Mesquite. This role combines patient care with administrative support to ensure smooth clinic operations and an excellent patient experience. Saturdays are required.

Schedule: Part-time, averaging 8-32 hours per week. Must be available at least one weekday M-F and Saturdays are required. Part-time student staff typically work according to their class schedule availability. For example, class days are Mon/Wed/Fri, so availability is Tuesday/Thursday and Saturday. We don't offer half-day shifts, as our clinics are busy all day. Work hours are typically 9:30 am -5:30 pm. Open availability for 3-4 days per week is also desired.

Responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

• Prepare exam rooms and sanitize equipment
• Escort patients, record medical history, and perform basic pre-tests (auto-refraction, tonometry, visual acuity)
• Educate patients on eye health and contact lens care
• Monitor and restock clinical supplies

Administrative Duties:

• Greet and assist patients at check-in
• Schedule appointments
• Keep clinic and reception areas clean and welcoming
• Opportunities for Lead Assistants include checking patients in, checking out and benefit verification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Prior medical/optometry office experience preferred but not required (training provided))
• Excellent customer service, multitasking, and communication skills
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods; lift up to 25 lbs
• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented

Benefits

• Bonuses
• On-the-job training and opportunities for growth
• Compensation based strongly on experience

Why Join Us?

At Open Eyes Vision Center, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding eye care in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you’re passionate about helping others and ready to grow, we’d love to meet you!