Parttime Clinic Assistant Optometry Multiple Locations

Open Eyes Vision Center; Watauga (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Open Eyes Vision Center is seeking a reliable Optometric Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks across our Frisco, McKinney, Garland and Mesquite clinics. The role includes helping with exams, patient check-in, and keeping records up to date.

Saturdays are required, with shifts typically 9:30 am - 5:30 pm. Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma (Medical Assistant preferred) and strong customer service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Medical Assistant certification (preferred, not required)
• Prior medical/optometry office experience (preferred; training provided)
• Excellent customer service, multitasking, and communication skills
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods; lift up to 25 lbs
• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented

Responsibilities

• Clinical Duties: Prepare exam rooms and sanitize equipment
• Escort patients, record medical history, and perform basic pre-tests (auto-refraction, tonometry, visual acuity)
• Educate patients on eye health and contact lens care
• Assist doctors during exams and maintain accurate EHR records
• Monitor and restock clinical supplies
• Administrative Duties: Greet and assist patients at check-in
• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow
• Keep clinic and reception areas clean and welcoming

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Team player

Stamina

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Grow your career in healthcare while helping patients see their best every day!

Clinic Assistant

Open Eyes Vision Center is seeking a reliable and compassionate Optometric Assistant to join our clinics located in Frisco, McKinney, Garland and Mesquite. This role combines patient care with administrative support to ensure smooth clinic operations and an excellent patient experience. Saturdays are required.

Schedule: Part-time, averaging 8-32 hours per week. Must be available one weekday M-F and Saturdays are required. Part-time student staff typically work according to their class schedule. For example, class days are Mon/Wed/Fri, so availability is Tuesday and Saturday. We don't offer half-day shifts, as our clinics are busy all day. Work hours are typically 9:30 am -5:30 pm.

Part-time, averaging 8-32 hours per week. Saturdays are required - always our busiest days in the clinic.

This position requires reporting to other local clinics as assigned.

Responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

• Prepare exam rooms and sanitize equipment
• Escort patients, record medical history, and perform basic pre-tests (auto-refraction, tonometry, visual acuity)
• Educate patients on eye health and contact lens care
• Assist doctors during exams and maintain accurate EHR records
• Monitor and restock clinical supplies

Administrative Duties:

• Greet and assist patients at check-in
• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow
• Keep clinic and reception areas clean and welcoming

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Medical Assistant certification (preferred, not required)
• Prior medical/optometry office experience (preferred; training provided)
• Excellent customer service, multitasking, and communication skills
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods; lift up to 25 lbs
• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented

Why Join Us?

At Open Eyes Vision Center, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding eye care in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you’re passionate about helping others and ready to grow, we’d love to meet you!