Optometric Assistant — Vision Exams & Patient Care

Henry Ford Health; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking an Optometric Assistant to support doctors during comprehensive eye exams and minor procedures. You will perform preliminary testing, document findings in the EMR, and guide patients through the exam flow with care.

The role requires walking, standing, and working in a retail optical environment, with evening and weekend hours. Prior optometry or customer service experience is preferred, along with basic math and computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous computer experience and basic math skills preferred.
• Previous customer service or optometric tech experience preferred.
• Computer and/or electronic medical records knowledge preferred.
• Retail and/or hospitality and/or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with comprehensive visual exams and minor procedures.
• Perform preliminary testing: auto refractometry, IOP, visual acuity, and dilation as needed.
• Document patient information and testing results in the EMR.
• Educate patients on contact lens care and eyewear prescriptions.
• Direct patients to appropriate departments and handle questions with courtesy.
• Adhere to scheduling guidelines and manage multiple patients efficiently.

Skills

Customer service

Optometric tech experience

Computer skills

Basic math

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking an Optometric Assistant to support doctors during comprehensive eye exams and minor procedures. You will perform preliminary testing, document findings in the EMR, and guide patients through the exam flow with care.

The role requires walking, standing, and working in a retail optical environment, with evening and weekend hours. Prior optometry or customer service experience is preferred, along with basic math and computer skills.