Top 12 Optometry Jobs in Des Moines, Ia

Optometric Technician/Assistant
Total Family Eye Care —Grimes, IA
- $16.50 - $19.50 an hour
- Email
- Sales
- Customer service
- Medical office experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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ECOI South Des Moines-Optician
Elevate Eye Care —Des Moines, IA
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Clinic
- Communication skills
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ECOI East Des Moines-Optician
Elevate Eye Care —Des Moines, IA
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Clinic
- Communication skills
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ECOI West Des Moines -Optician
Elevate Eye Care —West Des Moines, IA
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Clinic
- Communication skills
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Optometrist
Doctor's Exchange of Iowa PC —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Private practice
- Mid-level
- Travel reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
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Optometrist
Vision to Learn —Des Moines, IA
- $80 - $90 an hour
- No weekends
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
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Independent Optometrist - Sam's Club
Sam's Club —Des Moines, IA
- Choose your own hours
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Senior level
Optometrist-West Des Moines, IA-LensCrafters
LensCrafters —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Private practice
- Mid-level
- Clinic
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Independent Optometrist - Walmart
Walmart —Des Moines, IA
- Choose your own hours
- Senior level
Pediatric Optometrist
Wolfe Eye Clinic —West Des Moines, IA
- Urgently hiring
- Mid-level
- Clinic
- Working with children
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Doctor of Optometry (Relocation Assistance Available!)
Mohave Eye Center —United States
- $145,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Optometric Technician/Assistant

Total Family Eye Care -
Grimes, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$16.50 - $19.50 an hour
10 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Bereavement leave
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Computer operation
Customer communication
Optical experience
Sales
Customer service
Medical office experience
Merchandising
Patient service
Patient care
Medical billing
High-end sales
Computer skills
Retail math
Communication skills
Retail sales
Office experience

Full Job Description

Total Family Eye Care

Grimes, Iowa | totalfamilyeye.com | (515) 986-1234

Optometric Technician

About Total Family Eye Care

Total Family Eye Care is a growing optometry practice conveniently located in Grimes, Iowa. Led by Dr. Matthew Howie and Dr. Tyler Fulton whom are committed to delivering thorough eye health evaluations in a state-of-the-art clinic. Our team provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages — from pediatric vision and contact lens management to the diagnosis and treatment of conditions like macular degeneration, glaucoma, dry eye, and cataracts. Our advanced diagnostics, unique eyewear gallery, and small-town service make us the premier eye care provider in the Des Moines metro.

We are recruiting for an individual who will partner with our professional team of opticians, technicians, and doctors to give each patient the best possible experience in patient care and service. The Optometric Technician role is a rewarding, patient-facing position that positively impacts the daily lives of patients through the delivery of thorough, compassionate eye care. Join our small team that invests in its staff through continual professional development opportunities to enhance expertise and elevate the care we provide.

Position Overview

The Optometric Technician contributes to a positive patient experience by ensuring the process of care — from greeting to retention — consistently exceeds patient expectations. This role works closely with our doctors to conduct clinical pretesting, document patient histories, coordinate medical scheduling, and support the front desk and optical team as needed. You will be the vital bridge between patients and our physicians, setting the tone for every visit with professionalism, efficiency, and empathy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

Annual performance review with wage increase component
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bereavement leave
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional career development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision coverage

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Pretesting & Patient Workup

Create patient charts and confer with the doctor to ensure appropriate services and testing are performed.
Review each patient's health, optical, and miscellaneous history as documented in notes, alerts, and prior charts — arriving intimately familiar with each workup before the patient is seen.
Greet patients with a welcoming tone and conduct workups with professionalism, efficiency, and empathy.
Perform and properly document autorefraction/topography, Screening Visual Field, Full Threshold Perimetry testing, Wide Field retinal imaging, tonometry, color, stereo, and OCT testing.
Discuss and document medical, ocular, family, medication, and optical histories to thoroughly brief the doctor upon patient handoff.

Medical Scheduling & Coordination

Handle medical appointment inquiries and ensure appropriate scheduling.
Send primary care reports as requested and coordinate ophthalmology referrals with the appropriate documentation.
Send and chart prescription medications as requested by the prescribing doctor.
Pull up patient medical insurance and managed care plans and explain coverages upon patient request.

Patient Communication & Office Support

Communicate with new patients about obtaining registration forms.
Assist with contact lens insertion & removal (I&R) classes and optical dispensing as needed.

Culture & Service Excellence standards

Contribute to a positive patient experience from greeting to retention, consistently exceeding expectations.
Close every patient encounter by asking, "Is there anything else I can do for you?"
Exhibit the values of Total Family Eye Care by communicating gratitude, the value of our products and services, and transparent billing procedures.
Maintain HIPAA protocol in all facets of work.

What We're Looking For

Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills
Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask in a busy clinical environment
Team player who can give and receive constructive feedback professionally
Positive, patient-service-focused attitude and self-motivated work ethic
Proficiency with computers and electronic health record systems
Ability to operate all functions of the role in a professional, HIPAA-compliant manner
Medical office, optometric, or clinical experience preferred — but we are willing to train the right individual!

Why Join Total Family Eye Care?

Small, close-knit team that values every member's contribution
Continual professional development and training opportunities
State-of-the-art clinical equipment and technology
Meaningful, patient-facing work that makes a real difference in people's lives
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

If you are a motivated self-starter with a desire for continual learning and a genuine passion for patient care, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Resume's can also be emailed to [email protected]

Total Family Eye Care | 241 SE Destination Dr., Suite 100, Grimes, Iowa 50111

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Bereavement leave
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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