Ophthalmic Optometric Assistant

WizeHire, Inc; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

A growing healthcare practice in Lafayette is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Assistant to join their team. The role involves performing refractions, conducting patient workups, and supporting physicians during exams. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in an ophthalmic setting, with strong communication skills and a patient-first attitude. Compensation ranges from $16 to $18 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an ophthalmic or optometric clinical setting.
• Ability to perform refractions confidently and accurately.
• Comfort with EMR systems; ophthalmology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate refractions and visual acuity testing.
• Conduct preliminary patient workups.
• Support physicians during exams and procedures.
• Maintain clinical flow and assist with charting.

Skills

Refractions

Visual acuity testing

Strong communication

Patient-first attitude

Multitasking

Comfort with technology

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Now Hiring: Ophthalmic Assistant – Join the Desai Eye Care Team! Desai Eye Care is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced, energetic Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team in Lafayette! If you love helping patients, enjoy a fast‑paced clinical environment, and want to be part of a practice known for compassionate, high‑quality care, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Perform accurate refractions and visual acuity testing
• Conduct preliminary patient workups (history, tonometry, OCTs, Optos, visual fields, etc)
• Support our physicians during exams and procedures
• Contact lens evaluations
• Assist in surgery charts/pre‑op evaluations
• Deliver a positive patient experience with professionalism and empathy
• Maintain clinical flow, room patients efficiently, and assist with charting in the EMR (scribing)
• Help out in any way that we need you to! We believe in cross‑training our team for maximum efficiency

What We’re Looking For

• At least 2 years of experience in an ophthalmic or optometric clinical setting
• Ability to perform refractions confidently and accurately
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, patient‑first attitude
• Ability to multitask in a busy clinical environment
• Comfort with technology and EMR systems (ophthalmology experience preferred)

Compensation: $16 - $18 hourly