Compassionate Optometric Assistant | Patient Care & EMR

THOMAS EYE GROUP PC; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Eye Group is seeking an experienced Optometric Assistant to join our team in East Cobb Marietta, GA. This role supports eye examinations, data entry into the EMR, and patient coordination while maintaining a friendly, patient-focused environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and less than one year in healthcare, with strong typing and communication abilities. This position is full-time and day shift, providing opportunities to learn on the job and assist doctors during

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; some college preferred.
• Less than 1 year of healthcare experience; EMR familiarity preferred.
• Excellent typing skills (45 wpm) with accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and triage/escalate issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with eye examinations and maintain examination equipment.
• Enter patient data into the EMR and document medical information during exams.
• Greet patients promptly and courteously.
• Dispense samples, educational materials, and written prescriptions as directed by the optometrist.
• Route charts and complete follow-up tasks within specified timelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Punctuality

Multitasking

Typing speed

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR system familiarity

Job description

Thomas Eye Group is seeking an experienced Optometric Assistant to join our team in East Cobb Marietta, GA. This role supports eye examinations, data entry into the EMR, and patient coordination while maintaining a friendly, patient-focused environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and less than one year in healthcare, with strong typing and communication abilities. This position is full-time and day shift, providing opportunities to learn on the job and assist doctors during