Optometric Assistant Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

The Optometric Assistant assists the Optometrist in the provision of quality patient care. Participates in the smooth and efficient operation of the department. Assists in the care, treatment, and education of optometry patients. Provides services to patients, staff, and others respectfully and courteously. Works collaboratively with appropriate staff to ensure effective services and exercises prudent stewardship of financial and other resources.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Obtains a complete medical and ophthalmic history: obtains patient history and charts procedures for medical records; performs and records visual acuities; reads old lens in lensometer and documents. Performs basic screening of muscles, pupils, and confrontational fields.
Contact lens ordering and dispensing: orders contact lenses per prescription; educates patients on the wear and care of contact lenses; inspects received contact lenses for dispensing
Documentation and coding for diagnosis and procedures for insurance information: codes all charts for procedures and diagnosis; handles insurance information and forms as needed.
Telephone calls and messages for dept: assists patients with scheduling appointments; answers telephone messages when able; screens all messages before they are given to the optometrist.
Clinical area: stocks and cleans procedure and exam rooms; orders supplies as needed; uses and maintains equipment and supplies appropriately.
- Willingness to learn new procedures
- Knowledgeable use of medical terminology and instruments used by optometry
- Works well with patients and fellow staff members

Requirements & Skills 1

Graduate from Optometry Assistant program or equivalent experience
Lensometer experience
Graduate from an accredited Optometric Assistant program (CPO or CPOT) or MA program
Optometric / Ophthalmic experience
Two years contact lens experience
- Basic computer skills
- Good problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to effectively and sensitively relate to customers

Job summary 2

The Optometric Assistant performs initial work-up and specialized tests for optometry patients. Assists optometrists with clinical tasks as directed by the optometrist.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Greets patients, enters data into medical records, and escorts patients to the examination room.
Interview each patient to obtain information about symptoms and document information provided by the patient in the medical record.
Performs initial tests for optometry patients using specialized equipment.
Provides test results to provider and brings attention to abnormal results.
Assists optometrist to conduct examinations as directed.
- Assists patients to understand spectacle and contact lens options following diagnosis by an optometrist.
- Cleans and maintains specialized equipment and work areas.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Requirements & Skills 2

One (1) year experience doing patient work-ups to include visual acuities, manual and automated lensometry, auto-refraction, noncontact tonometry, and knowledge of contact lenses including the teaching of insertion and removal classes or completion of an interdepartmental training program emphasizing the above skills developed by the Optometry department.
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
One (1) of the following certifications: Contact Lens Dispenser (US-CLD), National Contact lens Examiners Certification, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (US-COA, CPOA, CPOT), National Para-Optometric (US-CPO), Completion of any Optometric Assistant Program of studies, Completion of the Self-Study Paraoptometric Assistant Course, Ophthalmic Medical Assisting-Independent Study Course, or any comparable certification or Optometric or Ophthalmic course completion required or within six (6) months from date of hire.
- Successfully demonstrated proficiency on initial skills assessment during the interview process.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
- BLS Certification preferred.

Job summary 3

The Optometric Assistant is responsible for helping the doctor, by transporting patients to and from the treatment room, helping with vision pretesting, working with glasses, and some ascribing.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Arrive before the doctor to get the clinic set up at the facility.
Transport patients to and from the exam area at the facility.
Assist the doctor with vision pretesting, working with glasses, and ascribing as needed.

Requirements & Skills 3

Valid Driver’s License with no moving violations in the last 5 years.
- Wednesday's & Friday's, full 8-hour day minimum.
- 1-year relevant work history, preferably in long-term/senior care.
- Willingness to travel within a 2.5-3 hour radius.

Job summary 4

The Optometric Assistant is responsible for assisting the doctor with providing thorough comprehensive visual exams, medical exams, office visits, in-office minor medical procedures, and contact lens follow-ups by performing preliminary testing, electronic medical record entries, contact lens classes, support duties, and post-exam follow-up.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Perform visual preliminary testing to include: auto refraction, inner-ocular pressure, neutralizing prescription eyewear, blood pressure, visual acuity, motility testing, pupil assessment, confrontation fields, anterior chamber angle assessment, dilation, but not limited to these skill sets.
Documentation recorded into the electronic medical record: Preliminary testing entries and patient chief complaint, medical history, medications, and social history, previous/current contact lens, and eyewear prescriptions, but not limited to these entries.
Escort patients throughout the exam process and transfer authority to the appropriate department: Eyewear Consultant, Dispenser, or Customer Service Representative Educate patients on contact lens handling, wearing schedule, care, and the importance of owning prescription glasses.
Accurately performs, follows, and adheres to the scheduling guidelines and to the allotted time given to perform preliminary testing and electronic medical record entries for each scheduled appointment.
- Interpret a doctor’s prescription and suggest products and enhancements address specific prescription requirements
- Responsible for completing the department training program and all necessary educational requirements to perform job responsibilities
- Answer and address customer concerns and questions. Direct customers to the appropriate source when unable to address customer questions. Handle multiple customers effectively with tact and a sense of urgency.

Requirements & Skills 4

Requires a High school diploma or GED.
Requires basic math skills.
- 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.

Job summary 5

We are looking for an Optometric Assistant. The position is occasionally a “float” position, meaning the applicant should be flexible and enjoy a variety of responsibilities.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Perform pre-examination testing with state-of-the-art technology
- Manage the schedule by bringing patients into the office promptly, rescheduling no-shows and cancellations, and confirming upcoming appointment times
- Prepare instruments for the next day by inputting patient information
- Refer patient to external providers by sending clinical notes, images, and scans

Requirements & Skills 5

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Paraoptometric Certification (Preferred)
Customer Service experience (Preferred)
Must be available to work on scheduled Saturdays
Outstanding interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to exercise judgment, initiative, and possess problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn is a must

Job summary 6

The Optometric Assistant is responsible for assisting optometrists/ophthalmologists in patient preparation for eye examinations and ensuring good patient relations under the supervision of a clinician to ensure safe patient care. Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate Healthcare Partners’ (HCP) commitment to superior customer service, including quality, care, and concern with every internal and external customer.

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Job summary 7

The Optometric Assistant performs a full range of health technician and optical support work for the Optometry staff of the Hospital.

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Requirements & Skills 7

Ability to provide appropriate customer service.
Knowledge of current standard optometric lens and frame characteristics, measurement methods and instruments, and materials to select the most appropriate size and type of frame and lens for optimum visual performance.
Skill in utilizing a variety of tools and repair techniques to accomplish spectacle repairs.
Knowledge of optical prescription methods and measurement techniques to verify and duplicate current prescriptions.
Knowledge of a variety of optometric instruments and measurement methods such as vision screening instruments, visual acuity measurement methods, visual field-testing instruments, and non-contact tonometry.
- Basic knowledge of a variety of optical conditions such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia, cataracts, etc., to educate patients.
- Thorough knowledge of the Privacy Act of 1974 which mandates the incumbent to maintain the confidentiality of all administrative, medical, and personnel records.
- Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, Public Law 104-191 (HIPAA).

Job summary 8

The Optometric Assistant is responsible for performing measurements and tests that provide the physician with the information needed to arrive at a diagnosis and to prescribe treatment. This position primarily works with Doctors of Optometry, but may see patients for any MEC provider within their skill set.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Welcome and acknowledge all patients and guests according to company standards, anticipate and address service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank others with genuine appreciation.
Obtain complete patient histories including chief complaint, past ocular/medical history, family medical/ocular history, and history of allergies and medications.
- Perform and document subjective and objective ophthalmic testing efficiently to provide basic information necessary for ophthalmic examinations. This includes but is not limited to: history, visual acuities, lensometry (manual and auto), refractometry, keratometry (manual and automated), visual fields, tonometry, assisting with office procedures
- Educate patients regarding diagnostic testing and their clinic visit
- Open and close exam rooms, ensure all equipment is clean and ready for the doctor; stock all necessary supplies

Requirements & Skills 8

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year of direct patient care experience within an eye clinic or Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant, or LPN experience
Optometry or Ophthalmology experience preferred but not required

Job summary 9

We are seeking a full-time Optometric Assistant for a company that is involved in providing patients with comprehensive eye health exams via Ocular Telehealth technology. Candidate must have an upbeat positive personality, is articulate, and maintain excellent customer service and multitasking skills. This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to grow in an evolving professional service and support new cutting-edge ophthalmic technology.

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Requirements & Skills 9

A minimum of 1 year experience as an Optometric Assistant
Basic office equipment and computer skills
Strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated interest in quality improvement
- Bi-lingual a plus, but not required
- Flexibility to work weekends

Job summary 10

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Optometric Assistant! Service excellence is to be centered on patient care and patient relationships and is the responsibility of all employees. Teamwork is the norm and all employees will be held accountable to work as effective team members. The Optometric Assistant position will be working under the direction and supervision of the eye care provider. Accurate data gathering and accurate testing are expected. Clear and effective communication with team members and the provider is expected.

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Requirements & Skills 10

High school graduate or equivalent.
Minimum of one year of work experience in an eye care setting.
Ophthalmic assistant certification by Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCHAPO) or paraoptometric assistant certification by the American Optometric Association (AOA) or ready for an ophthalmic assistant or paraoptometric assistant certification by JCHAPO or AOA.
- If hired without certification, must register for and pass the JCHAPO ophthalmic assistant or AOA paraoptometric assistant certification test within 7 months of the hire date.
- Must be professional, punctual, dependable, and possess good communication skills. Must be able to interact with patients and staff courteously and cooperatively.
- Proficiency with computers and keyboarding.

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