Optometric Assistant
About The Position
VisionFirst is a local, employee-owned eye care provider with 18 locations in Kentucky and Indiana. The Optometric Assistant is a key part of the patient experience, greeting patients, preparing them for exams, conducting preliminary tests, and helping ensure each patient has a positive visit. The role involves varied day-to-day work in a community-focused eye care practice. VisionFirst offers an employee-owned culture through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), allowing employees to share in the company’s growth. Benefits include paid time off and holidays, retirement plans, medical and dental insurance, company-paid life insurance, and a free eye exam and glasses.
Requirements
- Friendly, people-first personality.
- Detail-oriented and organized under pressure.
- Dependable team player who takes ownership.
Nice To Haves
- Prior optometry or medical office experience; training may be provided to the right person.
Responsibilities
- Use diagnostic equipment and perform preliminary testing.
- Prepare patients for eye exams by conducting medical history intake.
- Guide patients through their visits with warmth and professionalism.
- Keep patient records accurate and up to date.
- Assist with in-office procedures to support organized and efficient patient flow.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off, including up to three weeks of PTO and paid holidays.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- 401(k).
- Medical insurance, including employer HSA contributions.
- Dental insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance, with supplemental insurance available.
- Free eye exam and glasses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
