Optometric Assistant Part Time

Visionworks of America, Inc.; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading vision care company seeks a Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant to enhance the patient experience. This part-time role involves guiding patients through their eye exam journey, maintaining records, and supporting daily operations. Ideal candidates will have a passion for customer service and an HS diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

Employee discounts

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Milestone awards

Health benefits for full-timers

Qualifications

• Customer or patient service experience preferred but not required.
• HS diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate patient records before conducting preliminary testing.
• Introduce patients to the OD and relay important patient information.
• Support daily operational activities such as restocking and answering phones.

Skills

Customer service

Education

HS diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

Job description

Store 438, Owings Mills, Maryland, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, May 19, 2025 at 5:00 AM

About Us:

Want to bring the “care” back to the vision care industry? We're looking for charismatic individuals who are passionate about helping customers look and see great. Whether it's a friendly voice over the phone or a welcoming smile in-store, you will be the heart of our brand.

Pay Type: Part Time

Pay Range: $15 - $18.47 per hour

The Role:

A Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant is the face of our Exam Practice, dedicated to ensuring the best patient experience. This role involves training and knowledge in eye health, preliminary testing, optics, products/services, and managed vision care. The CS guides patients through the initial steps of the Visionworks experience, ensuring their eye exam needs are met in a friendly and professional manner.

• Maintain accurate patient records before conducting preliminary testing
• Introduce patients to the OD and relay important patient information
• Transition patients from the doctor to the sales floor, providing staff with necessary information to recommend suitable products and services
• Support daily operational activities such as restocking, equipment cleaning, and answering phones to enhance patient experience

Qualifications:

• Customer or patient service experience preferred but not required
• HS diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

What We Offer:

At Visionworks, we provide a competitive benefits package, including employee discounts, 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, milestone awards, and health benefits for full-timers.

We value authentic leadership and diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is seen and heard. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Our workplace maintains a drug-free environment with pre-employment substance testing.

Compensation varies by market and experience, and may include bonuses, equity, and commissions.