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Ophthalmic Optometric Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Optometric Assistant

Marietta, GA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

We have been offering services in optometry, cataract surgery, cornea, retina, and glaucoma treatment, oculoplastics, and pediatric ophthalmology for 50 years! The Optometric Assistant will support ...

Optometric Assistant

Suwanee, GA · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

We have been offering services in optometry, cataract surgery, cornea, retina, and glaucoma treatment, oculoplastics, and pediatric ophthalmology for 50 years! The Optometric Assistant will support ...

Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology. * Knowledge and demonstrated use of customer ... Ability to learn and maintain optometry assistant competencies. * Ability to problem-solve and use ...

Optometric Assistant

Sitka, AK · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology. * Knowledge and demonstrated use of customer ... Ability to learn and maintain optometry assistant competencies. * Ability to problem-solve and use ...

Optometric Assistant

Marietta, GA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

We have been offering services in optometry, cataract surgery, cornea, retina, and glaucoma treatment, oculoplastics, and pediatric ophthalmology for 50 years! The Optometric Assistant will support ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for ophthalmic optometric assistant in the United States is $16.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Ophthalmic Assistant - $22-33 per hour

Madison, WI • On-site

UW Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

$22 - $33/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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UW Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 228 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

111th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

UW Health is seeking a Ophthalmic Assistant for a job in Madison, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Ophthalmic Assistant
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Employment Type: Staff

Work Schedule: 
Part time, 75% FTE, 30 hours per week, day shift. Monday – Friday between the hours of 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, no weekends required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:
External hires may be eligible for up to a $2,625 sign-on bonus.

Be part of something remarkable

Join our REMARKABLE Eye Care Team that is nationally recognized for excellence!
We are currently seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to:
•    Perform visual testing in both preventative and specialty eye care.
•    Provide a safe and comforting atmosphere for eye care patients of all ages.
•    Work in a fast-paced team environment.
At UW Health, you will have:
•    An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. 
•    Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
•    Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
•    Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

•    No minimum education required
•    High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred
•    Completed an accredited Ophthalmic/Optometric program, Certified Medical Assistant program, or Licensed Practical Nurse program Preferred

Work Experience
•    6 months of customer service experience Required
•    1 year of experience as a Certified Ophthalmic/Optometric Assistant or Tech, Certified Medical Assistant, or Licensed Practical Nurse Preferred

Licenses & Certifications
•    COA, COT, CPOT, or CPOA certifications within 1-1/2 Yrs Required
•    CPR certification within 90 Days Required
•    If LPN, licensed in the state employed Preferred
•    If MA, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.
 

Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits 

UW Health Job ID #45839. Posted job title: Ophthalmic Assistant

About UW Health

UW Health is an integrated academic health system that is home to the No. 1 hospital in Wisconsin (for the 13th year in a row) as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. We’re made up of six main hospitals, one JOA partner hospital in Madison and two hospitals located within the main hospital in Illinois. We also have more than 90 clinics across Wisconsin and northern Illinois.  


UW Health cares for more than 800,000 patients each year and employs more than 24,000 people — one of the region’s largest employers. Many of our 1,800 physicians are faculty members at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, one of the nation’s highly regarded medical schools.  

Benefits
  • Holiday Pay
  • Vision benefits
  • Continuing Education
  • Sick pay
  • Dental benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Discount program
  • Pet insurance
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Sign-On bonus

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UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

Industry

Health care and social assistance and hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Madison, WI, US