Optometric Assistant, Ophthalmic Pre-Testing
Overview
Own patient pre-testing and front-office flow at a private optometry office in Pasadena. You will run pre-testing equipment and coordinate scheduling, insurance verification, and filing. Work directly with the optometrist and a tight-knit team. Spanish-speaking candidates stand out.
What You'll Do6
- 1Perform pre-testing on patients using autorefractor, tonometer, and visual field analyzer.
- 2Schedule appointments and manage the office calendar to keep patient flow steady.
- 3Verify insurance benefits and eligibility before patient visits.
- 4File patient records and maintain accurate documentation.
- 5Communicate with patients in English and Spanish to gather history and explain procedures.
- 6Assist with front desk duties, including check-in and check-out, to support the team.
Requirements6
- 11+ years experience as an optometric or ophthalmic assistant in a clinical setting.
- 2Proficiency with autorefractor, tonometer, and visual field analyzer.
- 3Strong customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- 4Bilingual in Spanish and English is helpful.
- 5Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office environment (no em-dash).
- 6High school diploma or equivalent.
Salary Insight
Salary not disclosed in listing
Location
Required Skills
Similar open positions
Explore active roles that match your skills and interests.
Drs. Balfour & Shapiro, Optometrists
VerifiedOptometric Assistant, Bilingual Spanish - LA
You will support two optometrists in a downtown LA practice, managing front desk flow and patient eyewear selection. You'll start with phones, scheduling, and insurance verification, then train to fit frames and deliver finished glasses. You will work directly with patients and staff, using Compulink EHR to keep records accurate. This role suits a detail-oriented person who thrives on patient interaction and wants to grow in eye care. You'll be the first and last face patients see, shaping their experience daily.
William Ko, M.D., A Professional Corporation
VerifiedOphthalmic Assistant Job in Los Angeles, CA
Join a private ophthalmology practice in Los Angeles, CA as an Ophthalmic Assistant. You will own patient triage, diagnostic imaging, and administrative support for a team serving a bilingual community. Work onsite with Electronic Medical Records and gain hands-on experience in OCT, visual field testing, and fundus photography. This role suits candidates fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, or Spanish seeking a clinical career path.
Nationwide Vision
VerifiedDoctor's Assistant Training Program - Phoenix Optometry
Join Nationwide Vision as a Doctor's Assistant (Optometric Technician) in Glendale. We offer full benefits and flexible scheduling. This role focuses on facilitating patient flow and assisting optometrists with preliminary testing. Candidates will operate advanced optical equipment and ensure a high-quality patient experience.
America's Best
VerifiedOptometric Technician - Eye Care & Patient Testing
You will own patient pre-screening and preliminary testing in a high-volume optical retail location, supporting optometrists with accurate data before exams. You will work alongside opticians and doctors in a team that serves over 1,000 America's Best stores, processing 100+ patients daily. The role requires no prior optical experience, as full training is provided. You will learn ocular terminology, operate pretest equipment, and help make quality eye care accessible. This is a chance to build a career in eye care with clear advancement paths and a supportive team.
Nationwide Vision
VerifiedDoctor`s Assistant (Optometric Technician)
Nationwide Vision seeks a skilled Doctor`s Assistant to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and flexible scheduling opportunities.
Acuity Eye Group
VerifiedBack Office Technician - Ophthalmic Assistant
5+ years of clinical eye care experience? You will own the full patient workup cycle at Acuity Eye Group in San Diego, from intake to diagnostic imaging, supporting a high-volume ophthalmology practice. You'll work alongside Optometrists and Ophthalmologists, handling refractions, IOP checks, and Fundus photos with precision. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in patients' vision care with CPC or COA certification preferred.