Optometric Assistant

Elevated-Eyecare; DuPont (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; 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, seeks an optometric assistant to join a small, dedicated team. The role involves scheduling, pre-testing, insurance verification, and helping with eye exams and diagnostic testing for a military community.

No base access required; we arrange access for the selected candidate. This long-term position offers opportunities for growth, training on equipment, and a collaborative work environment with a focus on patient care and

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of optometric technician experience preferred.
• Proficient with optometric equipment and exam software.
• Strong communication and patient‑care skills.
• Organized, reliable, and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and verify insurance.
• Perform pre-testing and gather patient history.
• Assist the doctor with eye exams and diagnostic tests (visual fields, OCT, fundus photos).
• Train patients on contact lens insertion, removal, care.
• Maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.
• Support smooth patient flow and perform administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable

Strong communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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)