Vision Care Assistant | Eye Exams & Patient Support

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Continuous learning and development

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking an Optometric Assistant to support optometrists in delivering comprehensive visual and medical eye care. You will assist with patient exams, perform preliminary testing, and manage follow-ups to ensure a seamless patient experience.

The role involves data entry into EMR, supporting in-office procedures, and providing post-exam follow-up. This position is on-site in Michigan and contributes to community care services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic math skills required.
• Preferred: customer service or optometric tech experience; EMR knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with comprehensive visual and medical eye exams.
• Perform preliminary testing and support in-office minor medical procedures.
• Conduct contact lens follow-ups and teach contact lens classes.
• Enter patient data into electronic medical records.
• Provide post-exam follow-up and support duties as needed.

Skills

Basic math skills

Customer service

Optometric tech experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR knowledge

Computer proficiency

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking an Optometric Assistant to support optometrists in delivering comprehensive visual and medical eye care. You will assist with patient exams, perform preliminary testing, and manage follow-ups to ensure a seamless patient experience.

The role involves data entry into EMR, supporting in-office procedures, and providing post-exam follow-up. This position is on-site in Michigan and contributes to community care services.