Optometry Assistant — Patient-Centered Eye Care

La Clínica de La Raza Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Educational leave

Paid time off

More benefits

Job summary

La Clínica de La Raza Inc. is seeking an Optometry Assistant to deliver patient-centered care, record histories, and support the doctor with pretesting and dispensing visual devices. You will work in a fast-paced Bay Area clinic, helping patients efficiently while maintaining compassionate service. Proficiency in EHR and eye care terminology is essential; bilingual Spanish is preferred. Training and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Proficient with optometry terminology and eye anatomy.
• Experience with EHR and modern computer applications.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Place patient in exam room, record chief complaint and history.
• Check visual acuity and perform tonometry as directed.
• Dispense visual appliances and assist with frame repairs.
• Operate pretesting equipment and support doctor.
• Support general office duties and patient flow.

Skills

Optometry assisting

Patient education

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Assistant training/experience

BLS certificate

Tools

EHR systems

Sterilization equipment

Visual acuity devices

Job description

La Clínica de La Raza Inc. is seeking an Optometry Assistant to deliver patient-centered care, record histories, and support the doctor with pretesting and dispensing visual devices. You will work in a fast-paced Bay Area clinic, helping patients efficiently while maintaining compassionate service. Proficiency in EHR and eye care terminology is essential; bilingual Spanish is preferred. Training and growth opportunities offered.