On-Site Practice Leader — Eye Care & Team Development

Affinity Eye Care; Lexington (SC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life, STD, &

HSA/FSA

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

AEG is seeking an Assistant Practice Manager to inspire and support the team, deliver exceptional patient care, and achieve meaningful business results. You will help create an environment where people feel seen, supported, challenged, and celebrated, while developing leaders and driving outcomes on the floor.

The role is hands-on, focusing on operations, patient flow, and cross-functional learning across patient care coordination, optical sales, and clinical support.

Qualifications

• Optical, optometric, healthcare, retail, hospitality, or comparable service/operations experience required.
• Experience in one or more optical or practice functions preferred, such as patient care coordination, optical sales, or front desk operations.
• 1–2 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to learn multiple practice positions to support patient care and operations.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and follow-up skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Practice Manager with daily operations, patient flow, team coordination, and service execution.
• Work on the practice floor and assist across functions to support patient care and operational execution.
• Learn and support key roles such as patient care coordination, optical sales, technician/clinical support, and daily routines.
• Assist with onboarding, coaching, training reinforcement, and follow-up within assigned areas.
• Participate in interviews, onboarding, and team development as requested by the Practice Manager.
• Serve as the designated practice point of contact in the Practice Manager’s absence.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

AEG is seeking an Assistant Practice Manager to inspire and support the team, deliver exceptional patient care, and achieve meaningful business results. You will help create an environment where people feel seen, supported, challenged, and celebrated, while developing leaders and driving outcomes on the floor.

The role is hands-on, focusing on operations, patient flow, and cross-functional learning across patient care coordination, optical sales, and clinical support.