Associate Ophthalmic Assistant - Full Time | Sanford Health

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. 

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Salary Range: $16.50 - $26.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Join a close-knit, welcoming Eye Care team at Sanford Health where experience and fresh perspectives work side by side.

As an Associate Optometric Assistant, you’ll support our optometrists with patient care while working alongside a hands-on manager. Our team values kindness, teamwork, and helping each other succeed. You’ll have the opportunity to earn a variety of certification to further your professional growth.

Why you will Love this role?
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a one-hour lunch. No weekends or holidays. One late evening rotation (10–15 minutes later)
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to earn your Certified Paraoptometric (CPO) certification
• Team Culture: Supportive, kind, and collaborative team

Summary

Perform preliminary screening examinations and/or tests to facilitate diagnosis and treatment by the provider. Assist the physician with procedures and care of the patient. Collect subjective and objective ophthalmic data from the patient or caregiver and communicate this data to the doctor.

Job Description

Assist the physician with procedures and care of the patient. Collect subjective and objective ophthalmic data from the patient or caregiver and communicate this data to the doctor.

Qualifications

High School graduate is preferred. Will provide training and education for required skills.

Previous health care experience or training in ophthalmology, optometry, and/or optical office preferred. Basic Life Support Certification required.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.