Optometric Assistant

Job Overview

Assist 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 in a respectful and courteous manner. Works collaboratively with appropriate staff to ensure effective services and exercises prudent stewardship of financial and other resources.

This position will support Andover, Fridley and Brooklyn Park Clinics.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from Optometry Assistant program or equivalent experience
• Lensometer experience
• Basic computer skills
• Good problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to effectively and sensitively relate to customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Optometric Assistant program (CPO or CPOT)
• M.A./M.S.
• Optometric / Ophthalmic experience
• 2 years contact lens experience

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status

Assist 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 in a respectful and courteous manner. Works collaboratively with appropriate staff to ensure effective services and exercises prudent stewardship of financial and other resources.

This position will support Andover, Fridley and Brooklyn Park Clinics.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from Optometry Assistant program or equivalent experience
• Lensometer experience
• Basic computer skills
• Good problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to effectively and sensitively relate to customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Optometric Assistant program (CPO or CPOT)
• M.A./M.S.
• Optometric / Ophthalmic experience
• 2 years contact lens experience

$22.96- $32.42 Hourly