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Optometric Assistant Part Time

Rockaway, NJ · On-site

$17.80 - $26.70/hr

Pay Type: Part Time, 0 -1 9 hours Pay Range: $17.80- $26.70 per hour. The Role: A Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant is the very face of our Exam Practice and is dedicated to ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Yorktown, NY · On-site

$18 - $27/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $18 to $27 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

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Optometric Assistant Part Time

Troy, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Troy, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Seekonk, MA · On-site

$17.75 - $26.63/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17.75 to $26.63 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Kingston, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Kingston, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Plattsburgh, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Rockaway, NJ · On-site

$17.80 - $26.70/hr

Pay Type: Part Time, 0 -1 9 hours Pay Range: $17.80- $26.70 per hour. The Role: A Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant is the very face of our Exam Practice and is dedicated to ...

visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Columbus, PA

$13.70 - $18.47/hr

Pay Type: Part Time Pay Range: $13.70 - $18.47 per hour. The Role: A Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant is the very face of our Exam Practice and is dedicated to ensuring the ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$15.50 - $23.25/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $15.50 to $23.25 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Cortland, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Nashua, NH · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Batavia, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

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Visionworks

Optometric Assistant

Elmira, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Troy, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

visionworks

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Rome, NY · On-site

$17 - $25.50/hr

The Clinical Specialist/Optometric Assistant is primarily responsible for helping ensure a great ... Pay Class: Part Time Pay Rate : $17 to $25.50 per hour Essential Responsibilities: * Completing ...

Visionworks

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Camp Hill, PA · On-site

$15.50 - $23.25/hr

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How much do part time optometric assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time 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.

What is a part time optometric assistant?

Part time optometric assistants are support staff in optometry offices who work fewer than full-time hours, often helping with administrative tasks, patient pre-testing, scheduling appointments, and assisting optometrists with basic clinical procedures. Their duties may include greeting patients, maintaining medical records, verifying insurance, and helping manage eyeglasses and contact lens orders. Working part time allows for flexible scheduling, making this role suitable for students or those seeking supplemental income. Optometric assistants play a key role in ensuring smooth clinic operations and a positive patient experience.

What are the typical responsibilities of a part time optometric assistant?

As a part time optometric assistant, your day often involves a mix of patient-facing and administrative tasks. You may greet patients, perform pre-exam testing such as measuring visual acuity or eye pressure, and assist optometrists with charting or equipment setup. Additionally, you’ll likely help schedule appointments, answer phones, and guide patients in selecting eyewear. Working efficiently as part of a small team and maintaining a friendly, organized environment are key to succeeding in this dynamic role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time optometric assistant?

To thrive as a Part Time Optometric Assistant, you need basic knowledge of eye care practices, strong organizational skills, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, appointment scheduling software, and optical instruments is often required. Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask help you stand out in this customer-focused role. These skills ensure efficient office operations, accurate patient care, and a positive experience for both patients and staff.

What is the difference between Part Time Optometric Assistant vs Part Time Ophthalmic Technician?

AspectPart Time Optometric AssistantPart Time Ophthalmic Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, specialized certification or training
Work EnvironmentOptometry clinics, eye care officesOphthalmology clinics, eye surgery centers
Employer & Industry UsageOptometrists, eye care practicesOphthalmologists, eye hospitals
Common TasksAssisting with patient check-ins, basic eye tests, equipment setupMeasuring eye pressure, preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures

While both roles support eye care professionals, Part Time Optometric Assistants focus on patient intake and basic testing in optometry settings, whereas Part Time Ophthalmic Technicians perform more specialized diagnostic and preparatory tasks in ophthalmology clinics. The choice depends on your certification level and career interests in eye care.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Optometric Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,352 per year, or $16.5 per hour.

Optometric Assistant Part Time

Rockaway, NJ • On-site

visionworks
Outpatient Health Care • 11 - 50 employees
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$17.80 - $26.70/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Maintain complete and accurate patient records before conducting preliminary testing

  • Introduce patients to the optometrist and provide relevant patient information

  • Support store operations by restocking inventory, cleaning equipment, and answering phones

Job description

About Us:

Want to bring the “care” back to the vision care industry? We're looking for charismatic types who are ready to be the heart of our brand. Whether it's a friendly voice over the phone, or a welcoming smile when a patient walks into your store, we need individuals who are passionate about helping customers look great and see great.
Pay Type: Part Time, 0 -1 9 hours
Pay Range: $17.80- $26.70 per hour.

The Role:

A Visionworks Clinical Specialist (CS)/Optometric Assistant is the very face of our Exam Practice and is dedicated to ensuring the best possible journey for every patient. This person is trained and knowledgeable about eye health and preliminary testing, optics, our products/services and managed vision care. The CS personally takes the patient through the first steps of the Visionworks experience ensuring their eye exam needs are met in a simple, human and bold way.

•        Maintain complete and accurate patient records before conducing preliminary testing

•        Introduce patient to OD and provide OD with important patient information

•        Transition patient from doctor to sales floor and provide associates necessary information to educate and recommend products and services that meet their eye care needs

•        Execute day-to-day operational activities to support the store's exam lane maintenance and patient experience goals including restocking inventory, cleaning equipment, and answering phones to meet additional patient needs 

Qualifications:

·       Related customer or patient experience preferred, but not necessary

·       HS diploma, GED or equivalent related job experience

What we offer!

At Visionworks, we offer a generous, competitive benefits package (for our part timers, too!)  and exclusive employee discounts —including but not limited to

•        Vision Coverage

•        Paid Parental Leave

•        Bereavement Leave

•        401 (k) Savings Plan

•        Paid Time off

•        Milestone anniversary awards

•        Medical, Dental for Full Timers

•        And more!

Everyone has a story that makes them who they are. At Visionworks, we’re looking for charismatic people who can lead authentically and with their own unique voice. We are actively committed to fostering an environment where all are seen and heard equally as we embrace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.  We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Compensation range for the roles is listed above. Applicable salary rangers may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses, equity, and commissions. 

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