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Visionworks of America

Optometric Assistant

Venice, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant A Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant is the very face of our Exam Practice and is dedicated to ensuring the best ...

Visionworks of America

Optometric Assistant

Tampa, FL · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant A Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant is the very face of our Exam Practice and is dedicated to ensuring the best ...

Visionworks of America

Optometric Assistant

Palm Harbor, FL · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant A Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant is the very face of our Exam Practice and is dedicated to ensuring the best ...

Visionworks of America

Optometric Assistant

Pompano Beach, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant A Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant is the very face of our Exam Practice and is dedicated to ensuring the best ...

Rosin Optical Co., Inc.

Optometric Assistant

Miami, FL · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Bilingual (English/Spanish) required , as we serve Spanish-speaking patients Position Summary We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Optometric Assistant who can effectively multitask between ...

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What is the difference between Optometrists Assistant vs Opticians?

AspectOptometrists AssistantOpticians
Required credentialsHigh school diploma; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; certification or training often preferred
Work environmentOptometry clinics, eye care officesOptical stores, eyewear retail outlets
Job dutiesAssist optometrists, prepare patients, perform basic testsFit and dispense eyewear, adjust glasses, educate patients

Optometrists Assistants support optometrists with patient care and testing in clinical settings, while opticians focus on fitting and dispensing eyewear in retail environments. Both roles require related skills but differ in responsibilities and work settings.

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Optometrist (Assistant/Associate In)

University of Florida

Gainesville, FL • On-site

$15.25 - $17/hr

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Medical, Life, Retirement

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description

Optometrist (Assistant/Associate In)
Job no: 520121
Work type: Multi-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Allied Health, Medicine/Physicians
Department:29150000 - MD-OPHTHALMOLOGY
Classification Title:
Optometrist (Assistant/Associate In)
Job Description:
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant In or Associate In as a Doctor of Optometry (OD) to provide patient care and education in an expanding academic practice. There is immediate opportunity to engage in a busy tertiary clinical practice in an established longstanding department with a brand new, state of the art clinic and optical shop. To learn more about us, please visit https://eye.ufl.edu/
Salary, rank and tenure status will be commensurate with credentials and experience. The College of Medicine has a competitive faculty compensation plan, which includes incentives and bonuses. Employer will assist with relocation costs.
University employer-paid benefits include individual and family (spouse/domestic partner and children up to age 26) health insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance. Retirement benefits include participation in 403(b) and 457 plans as well as an employer match. Professional liability protection and sovereign immunity are administered by the Florida Board of Governors self-insurance program.
Gainesville is a charming city with a low cost of living, excellent public schools, Division I NCAA sports, and no state income tax. The area is known for its natural beauty, with many springs, lakes and rivers. The mild climate allows for outdoor activities practically year-round. The combination of college-town vitality and natural beauty makes Gainesville a one of a kind place.
Expected Salary:
Commensurate based on rank and experience with an excellent benefits package.
Minimum Requirements:
Requirements include completion of an approved accredited school or college of optometry.
Must obtain and/or maintain a current Florida optometric license.
Must be able to obtain medical staff credentialing with UF Health facilities as well as qualify for enrollment with third party billing entities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Qualifications, in addition to clinical expertise, include a strong commitment to teaching, resident training, and research as well as participation in academic activities. Incumbent will provide patient care services within UF Health facilities and affiliated locations.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants must apply through the Careers at UF website at http://jobs.ufl.edu. A cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation are required.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled. This position has an open recruiting deadline and will close upon selection of an appropriate candidate. The anticipated start date for this position is dependent upon selection of a successful candidate.
Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approval by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://naces.org/.
Health Assessment Required:Yes
Advertised: 23 Nov 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
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The University of Florida is one of the top ranked public universities in the United States (ranked top 5 amongst public universities in 2023 US news and world report). It is one of only a few comprehensive universities, having medical, veterinary, dental, nursing, public health, and engineering disciplines all co-localized on the same, contiguous campus to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration. Gainesville is located in the northern region of Florida, within 1-1.5 hours of each coast, and just 1.5-2 hours to Orlando and Tampa. It is a small to medium-sized city with a low cost of living, excellent public and private schools, and southern hospitality. While Gainesville is widely recognized as the home of the Gators, it is quickly becoming known as a center for innovation and a place with a lifestyle that's comfortable for families, yet attractive for young professionals.

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Gainesville, FL, US

Year founded

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