Optometric Assistant

Henry Ford Health; Commerce Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks an Optometric Assistant to support our optometrists in delivering comprehensive eye care. You’ll assist with patient exams, preliminary testing, and follow-up care, ensuring a compassionate and efficient patient experience.

Responsibilities include entering patient data into electronic medical records, conducting contact lens classes, managing post-exam follow-ups, and helping with patient education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic math skills required.
• Experience in customer service or as an optometric tech preferred.
• Experience with computer or EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with comprehensive visual exams and minor in-office procedures.
• Perform preliminary testing and support contact lens follow-ups.
• Enter patient information into EMRs accurately.
• Conduct contact lens classes and provide patient education.
• Handle post-exam follow-up and support duties to ensure patient care continuity.

Skills

Customer service

Basic math

Optometric tech experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Optometric Assistant - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Optometric Assistant

About the Department

As part of Henry Ford Health's Community Care Services, our team is dedicated to expanding access to care through community-based programs. We focus on meeting patients where they are, connecting them with essential health resources, support services, and care coordination. Our mission is to make a meaningful impact across diverse populations, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to achieve their best health.

Role Overview

As an Optometric Assistant, you play a vital role in supporting our optometrists in delivering comprehensive eye care services. You’ll assist with patient exams, procedures, and follow-ups, ensuring a seamless and compassionate experience for every patient. Your work directly contributes to improving vision health and overall well-being in the communities we serve.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Assist the doctor with comprehensive visual exams, medical exams, and in-office minor procedures.
• Perform preliminary testing and support contact lens follow-ups.
• Enter patient information into electronic medical records accurately.
• Conduct contact lens classes and provide patient education.
• Handle post-exam follow-up and support duties to ensure patient care continuity.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous customer service or optometric tech experience.
• Computer and/or electronic medical records knowledge.

Additional Information

What We Offer

Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission-driven work that makes a real difference. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to excel in your role and contribute to our shared success.