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Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Salary Range: $16.50 - $26.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Join our close-knit team in Thief River Falls as a PRN Associate Optometric Assistant, where flexibility, teamwork, and professional growth come together. In this role, you'll pick up hours to cover PTO, manage volume, and assist with outreach to our Bemidji location. You'll work with an amazing doctor and a supportive team that values collaboration and adaptability.

Schedule: Flexible hours to pick up as needed — this role is ideal for someone looking to assist with clinic needs while maintaining work-life balance.

We’re looking for someone who is flexible, adaptable, and ready to work with a close team to ensure patients receive the best care. If you’re ready for a dynamic role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to meet you!

Summary

Perform preliminary screening examinations and/or tests to facilitate diagnosis and treatment by the provider. Check in patients, help with optical styling, adjusting frames, etc.

Job Description

Assist the provider with procedures and care of the patient. Collect subjective and objective ophthalmic data from the patient or caregiver and communicates this to the doctor. Cross-training to support basic optical and/or access functions as needed. Check in patients, help with optical styling, adjusting frames, etc.

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.