Optometric Assistant

ELEVATED EYECARE/ Clarity Eyecare; DuPont (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Optometry Care, located inside the Exchange at Joint Base Lewis McChord, is seeking a detail-oriented Optometric Assistant to join our small, dedicated team. This long-term role supports eye exams, pre-testing, and patient care in a patient-first environment; base access will be arranged if needed.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of optometric technician experience (training provided), is comfortable with optometric equipment and exam software, and is organized, reliable, and a team player.

Qualifications

• Has at least 1–2 years of experience as an optometric technician (preferred, but will train the right candidate).
• Is comfortable using optometric equipment and exam software.
• Is a strong communicator with a passion for patient care.
• Is organized, reliable, and a team player.
• Has a high school diploma (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Scheduling appointments and verifying insurance.
• Performing pre-testing and gathering patient history.
• Assisting the doctor with eye exams and diagnostic testing (e.g., visual fields, OCT, fundus photos).
• Training patients on contact lens insertion, removal, and care.
• Maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies.
• Supporting smooth patient flow throughout the day.
• Administrative office tasks.

Skills

Strong communicator

Patient care

Reliable

Team player

Organized

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Optometric equipment

Exam software

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Opportunity for advancement

About the Role:

We’re on the lookout for a detail-oriented and dependable Optometric Assistant to join our small, dedicated team at Optometry Care! Our clinic is located inside the Exchange at Joint Base Lewis McChord where we provide full‑scope primary eye care to a wonderful military community. Base access is not required. If you’re selected as a good fit for the role, we will arrange access for you.

This is a long-term position with opportunities to grow.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Scheduling Appointments, Verifying Insurance
• Performing pre‑testing and gathering patient history
• Assisting the doctor with eye exams and diagnostic testing (like visual fields, OCT, fundus photos, etc.)
• Training patients on contact lens insertion, removal, and care
• Maintaining exam rooms, equipment, and supplies
• Supporting smooth patient flow throughout the day
• Administrative Office Tasks

Schedule:

• 3‑4 days a week, including some Saturdays

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

1. Has at least 1‑2 years of experience as an optometric technician (preferred, but will train the right candidate)
2. Is comfortable using optometric equipment and exam software
3. Is a strong communicator with a passion for patient care
4. Is organized, reliable, and a team player
5. Has a high school diploma (or equivalent)

If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a patient‑first environment, we’d love to hear from you!