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Southwest Eye Care

Optometric Assistant

Watertown, MN · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Southwest Eye Care is hiring for a full-time Optometric Assistant at our Watertown location.. Who we are: We are ambassadors of integrity, who are committed to individualized care using remarkable ...

Southwest Eye Care

Optometric Assistant

Glencoe, MN · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Southwest Eye Care is hiring for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Optometric Assistant in our Glencoe location! Who we are: We are ambassadors of integrity, who are committed to individualized care using ...

Southwest Eye Care

Optometric Assistant

Jordan, MN

$20 - $21/hr

Southwest Eye Care is hiring for a full-time Optometric Assistant at our Jordan/New Prague locations. Who we are: We are ambassadors of integrity, who are committed to individualized care using ...

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Healthdrive Corporation

Optometrist

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$40K/yr

Overview What if you could add two days of Optometry to your schedule without the administrative headaches? HealthDrive is seeking a Part-Time Optometrist to serve patients in Minneapolis, St. Paul ...

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How much do optometric jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for optometric in Minnesota is $18.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.29 and $19.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optometric vs Ophthalmologist?

AspectOptometricOphthalmologist
CredentialsDoctor of Optometry (OD)Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with ophthalmology specialization
Work EnvironmentOptometry clinics, retail optical stores, healthcare officesHospitals, surgical centers, specialized eye clinics
Scope of PracticeEye exams, vision correction, diagnosing certain eye conditions, prescribing glasses and contact lensesMedical and surgical treatment of eye diseases, complex eye surgeries, diagnosis of systemic conditions affecting eyes

Optometrists primarily focus on vision care, eye exams, and non-invasive treatments, while ophthalmologists are medical doctors who perform surgeries and treat complex eye diseases. Both play vital roles in eye health but differ in training, scope, and procedures performed.

What careers are in optometry?

Careers in optometry include optometrists who examine, diagnose, and treat eye conditions, as well as optometric technicians, opticians, and vision therapists. These roles often require specific certifications or licenses and involve working in clinics, private practices, or retail settings to provide eye care services and eyewear fitting.

What are the most commonly searched types of Optometric jobs in Minnesota?

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Infographic showing various Optometric job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,827 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Optometric Assistant

Southwest Eye Care

Watertown, MN • On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Southwest Eye Care is hiring for a full-time Optometric Assistant at our Watertown location..

Who we are:

We are ambassadors of integrity, who are committed to individualized care using remarkable technology, to create an exceptional patient experience. We are dedicated to creating work/life harmony in an efficient and enjoyable environment for everyone who enters our clinics. Sound too good to be true? Apply today and learn more about your opportunities with Team SWEC! Starting pay is $20.00-21.00/hour.

This opportunity is for you if:

  • You are professional, caring, and able to multi-task
  • You like the hustle and bustle of the healthcare industry
  • You are an adaptable and strong team player
  • You can work independently and demonstrate critical thinking skills
  • You have a passion for growth and desire to continue learning
  • You can work flexible hours, one night and one Saturday a month

About the Optometric Assistant role:

  • Focuses on the Patient: Seeks to understand patient needs to create value
  • Demonstrates a Positive Attitude and Resilience: Adapts positively to pressure, setbacks, challenges, and change to achieve and sustain peak effectiveness.
  • Drives for Success: Delivers excellent performance by seizing opportunities and proactively taking concrete actions that adhere to Southwest Eye Care policies and procedures. Goes the extra-mile and persistently overcomes obstacles.
  • Assist doctors during clinic times by taking patient health histories, visual acuities, and perform pretests requested by the doctors. Prep exam rooms for clinic and close down rooms after clinic.
  • Perform front desk duties included but not limited to answering phones, greeting patients, checking in patients, prepping charts, filing, verifying insurance, billing professional fees, and scheduling appointments.
  • Optical duties as assigned including but not limited to frame selections, ophthalmic lens ordering, frame ordering, glasses adjustments, dispensing glasses, dispensing contacts, repairing glasses, verifying glasses and frame orders, and notifying patients when product is available.
  • Contact lens responsibilities including patient contact lens orders, verifying contact lens orders, ordering contact lens trials, and I amp; R classes.
  • Responsible for ordering medical supplies, eye drops used during patient visits, and sample prescription drops.
  • Other administrative duties including but not limited to reconciling monthly statements with invoices, ordering office supplies, and cleaning the office.
  • Travel to other offices required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
  • Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, HSA)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Other Benefits: Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Life/AD amp;D, Disability, Commuter, Dependent Care, Adoption amp; Surrogate, Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts

You meet these requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Three years related optical experience or customer service experience preferred
  • ABO, NCLE, CPO, CPOA, COA certifications preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Unifeye Vision Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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