Ophthalmic Assistant

1 month ago

Turlock, United States Monte Vista Optometry (G) Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJoin Our Team as an Ophthalmic Assistant at Monte Vista Optometry in Turlock, CA
Do you love interacting with patients and delivering exceptional care? Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives through best-in-class patient care? If so, Monte Vista Optometry has the perfect opportunity for you as an Ophthalmic Assistant at our Turlock, CA location

Why You’ll Love This Role: As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you'll play a vital role in our practice by:
  • Maintaining a professional and friendly attitude while guiding patients through optical testing to determine their visual abilities.
  • Assisting patients in making informed decisions about the various types of eyewear available, ensuring they receive the best solutions for their needs.
Why Monte Vista Optometry? When you join Monte Vista Optometry, you become part of a close-knit team that shares your dedication to personalized patient care. At our practice, you will:
  • Work alongside supportive leaders who value your personal life and encourage your professional growth.
  • Experience a collaborative and friendly work environment where your passion for exceptional patient care is appreciated.
What We Offer:
  • A chance to make meaningful connections with patients and positively impact their lives.
  • A supportive team environment that fosters both professional and personal growth.
  • Opportunities to build a fulfilling career in the optical field.
Apply Today
If you're ready to bring your enthusiasm for patient care to a dynamic and supportive team, apply for the Ophthalmic Assistant position at Monte Vista Optometry today Join us in Turlock, CA, and start building a career you’ll love. Responsibilities
  • Greet all office guests in a professional and friendly manner.  
  • Gather preliminary data through patient pretest, such as documenting chief complaints, gathering patient’s medical history, measuring visual acuity, eye movement, interocular pressure (IOP), retinal photos, visual fields, and optical coherence tomography (OCT).  
  • Educate the patient throughout the prescreening process about what each machine is testing for and provide instructions to provide accurate test results.  
  • Accurately and efficiently document the results of pretesting into the current EHR program.  
  • Educate and instruct the patient on insertion, removal, and proper care of contact lenses.  
  • Assist the Optometrist as needed during examinations. 
  • Assist the patient in making decisions about frames and lenses. 
  • Assist other members of the team when needed and available.  
Required Skills
  • High School Diploma or GED 
  • 1-3 years prior optometric technician experience preferred 
  • Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask 
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented.  
  • Interest in healthcare 
  • Strong communication skills.  
  • Must present a professional appearance