Optometry Back-Office Specialist (Float)

Kaiser Permanente Northwest; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Northwest is seeking an Optometry Support Technician to assist doctors of optometry in delivering high-quality eye care. Under direct supervision, you will collect patient history, perform pre-testing such as OCT and visual field tests, record vitals, and assist during procedures.

You will also manage patient communications, scheduling, and ensure instruments and medications are kept sterile and ready for use. Prior ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years in optometry/ophthalmic setting or 1 year in back-office support with Kaiser Optometry training.
• Certification options include Paraoptometric Assistant/Technician/Certified Ophthalmic Assistant with 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Record medical and visual history and prepare clinical information for doctors.
• Perform pre-testing and ocular assessments (OCT, Visual Fields, Diabetic Photos).
• Instill eye-drops and assist in therapeutic procedures.
• Manage phone triage and doctor scheduling.
• Maintain and calibrate ophthalmic instruments and supplies.
• Coordinate care with optical, pharmacy, and other KP departments.

Skills

Eye care teamwork

Patient communication

Ophthalmic instrument use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Auto-refractor

Auto-lensometer

Non-contact tonometer

Titmus vision tester

Snellen chart

Visual acuity projector

Visual field testing equipment

Job description

Kaiser Permanente Northwest is seeking an Optometry Support Technician to assist doctors of optometry in delivering high-quality eye care. Under direct supervision, you will collect patient history, perform pre-testing such as OCT and visual field tests, record vitals, and assist during procedures.

You will also manage patient communications, scheduling, and ensure instruments and medications are kept sterile and ready for use. Prior ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.