Eye Care Technician: Examinations & Contact Lenses

VSP Ventures; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VSP Vision is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support optometrists during eye examinations and patient care in Modesto, CA. You will perform pre-testing, document patient history, manage instruments, and assist with patient flow in a busy clinic.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience, strong communication, and comfort with MS Office. This role emphasizes patient service, accuracy, and teamwork in a patient-centered environment, with potential incentives and benefits.

Qualifications

• One to two years of related field experience.
• Proficient with MS Office and documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients before exams by gathering history and explaining the process.
• Operate clinical instruments and take measurements for eye examinations.
• Assist with contact lens insertion and patient education.
• Order contact lenses and manage trials inventory as needed.
• Administer topical ophthalmic and dilation meds under supervision.
• Scribe for the doctor and translate as needed.
• Support patient flow and coordinate with staff and doctors.
• Assist in other office duties and cross-train in departments.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Tools

MS Office

Job description

VSP Vision is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support optometrists during eye examinations and patient care in Modesto, CA. You will perform pre-testing, document patient history, manage instruments, and assist with patient flow in a busy clinic.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience, strong communication, and comfort with MS Office. This role emphasizes patient service, accuracy, and teamwork in a patient-centered environment, with potential incentives and benefits.