Optometric Assistant

Caruso Eye Care; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

On-the-job training

Performance-based bonuses

Supportive work environment

Performance-based bonuses

Locations: Lake Worth Beach and/or Roy

Palm Beach, Florida

Job summary

A local eye care practice is seeking a friendly Optometric Assistant in Lake Worth Beach and Royal Palm Beach. You will assist patients, maintain records, and perform preliminary testing with provided training. Ideal candidates have strong communication skills and a professional attitude. The job offers competitive pay, training, and a supportive environment. Join the team and make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for welcoming patients.
• Ability to multitask in a busy healthcare environment.
• Basic computer skills for managing patient records.
• Prior experience in healthcare or customer service preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the practice.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and comfort patients during their visit.
• Update and maintain patient records.
• Perform preliminary testing and support office operations.
• Share important information with the doctor before the exam.
• Transition patients from the exam room to the optical area and communicate details to the optical team.
• Support daily office operations by restocking supplies, cleaning equipment, answering phones, and assisting with scheduling or other patient needs.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking ability

Tools

Optometric equipment

Job description

Caruso Eye Care is looking for a friendly, dependable Optometric Assistant to join our team in Lake Worth Beach and Royal Palm Beach.

This position plays a key role in creating a great experience for every patient from the moment they arrive until the end of their visit. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with people, pays attention to detail, and takes pride in helping others.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable throughout their visit
• Update and maintain accurate patient records before pre-testing
• Perform preliminary testing using optometric equipment (training provided)
• Share important information with the doctor before the exam
• Transition patients from the exam room to the optical area and communicate details to the optical team
• Support daily office operations by restocking supplies, cleaning equipment, answering phones, and assisting with scheduling or other patient needs

Qualifications:

• Friendly, professional attitude with strong communication skills
• Reliable, organized, and able to multitask in a busy environment
• Basic computer skills
• Prior experience in healthcare or customer service preferred but not required
• Willingness to learn and grow with the practice

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Consistent full or part time hours
• On-the-job training and advancement opportunities
• Supportive work environment
• Performance-based bonuses
• Locations: Lake Worth Beach and/or Royal Palm Beach, Florida.

If you’re ready to be part of a growing team that’s making a difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you. Join Caruso Eye Care, where your passion for eye care meets a supportive and dynamic work environment.