Clinic Assistant - Part-Time - Optometry

Role summary

Clinic Assistant - Part-Time - Optometry is a part-time role at Open Eyes Vision Center in Garland, Texas, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-30. Salary: USD 15–17 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

Clinic Assistant - Part-Time - Optometry

Company

Open Eyes Vision Center

Location

Garland, Texas, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

part-time

Category

Healthcare Support

Salary

USD 15–17 per hour

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-08-30

Job description

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Grow your career in healthcare while helping patients see their best every day!

Clinic Assistant- Part-time Great schedule for college students!

Open Eyes Vision Center is seeking a reliable and compassionate Clinic Assistant to join our clinics located in Garland, McKinney, and and occasionally Mesquite. This role combines patient care with administrative support to ensure smooth clinic operations and an excellent patient experience. Saturdays are required.

Schedule: Part-time, averaging 8-32 hours per week. Must be available at least one weekday M-F and Saturdays are required. Part-time student staff typically work according to their class schedule availability. For example, class days are Mon/Wed/Fri, so availability is Tuesday/Thursday and Saturday. We don't offer half-day shifts, as our clinics are busy all day. Work hours are typically 9:30 am -5:30 pm.

Open availability for 3-4 days per week is also desired.

Responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

Prepare exam rooms and sanitize equipment

Escort patients, record medical history, and perform basic pre-tests (auto-refraction, tonometry, visual acuity)

Educate patients on eye health and contact lens care

Monitor and restock clinical supplies

Administrative Duties:

Greet and assist patients at check-in

Schedule appointments

Keep clinic and reception areas clean and welcoming

Opportunities for Lead Assistants include checking patients in, checking out and benefit verification

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Prior medical/optometry office experience preferred but not required (training provided))

Excellent customer service, multitasking, and communication skills

Ability to stand/walk for extended periods; lift up to 25 lbs

Professional, dependable, and team-oriented

Benefits

Bonuses

On-the-job training and opportunities for growth

Compensation based strongly on experience

Why Join Us?

At Open Eyes Vision Center , we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding eye care in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you’re passionate about helping others and ready to grow, we’d love to meet you!