Ophthalmic Assistant: Patient Care & Diagnostics

Vance Thompson Vision; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Shoe allowance

Education allowance

Wellness program

Lifestyle spending account

Job summary

Vance Thompson Vision in Kansas City is expanding and seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our patient‑focused team. You will perform patient workups, run preliminary tests, and support efficient clinic flow under OD/MD supervision.

Strong organization, clear communication, and a compassionate bedside manner are essential as you triage calls, assist with exams, and contribute to high‑quality eye care. We offer a full benefits package and a collaborative, patient‑centered culture committed to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• AAO home study completion preferred.
• Experience in patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing patient workups and preliminary tests including visual acuity, patient history, lensometry and other tests in accordance with protocol.
• Performing various diagnostic tests as directed, but not limited to, keratometry, topography, tonometry, pachymetry and visual fields as indicated.
• Facilitates efficient patient flow by monitoring schedules, patient medical records, and potential schedule conflicts; resolves and communicates with OD/MD as necessary.
• Triaging patient phone calls by answering questions and resolving concerns as directed to achieve patient satisfaction.
• Ensuring the opening, closing, maintenance and stocking of exam lanes and maintaining order work areas.
• Sending prescriptions to patients’ pharmacies as requested by the doctor, and handling prior authorization requests as needed.
• Participating in regular team meetings and reports team progress to ensure effective team and inter-department communications.
• Actively participating in ongoing professional self-development to enhance training and skills.

Skills

Organized

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AAO home study (preferred)

Job description

Vance Thompson Vision in Kansas City is expanding and seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our patient‑focused team. You will perform patient workups, run preliminary tests, and support efficient clinic flow under OD/MD supervision.

Strong organization, clear communication, and a compassionate bedside manner are essential as you triage calls, assist with exams, and contribute to high‑quality eye care. We offer a full benefits package and a collaborative, patient‑centered culture committed to