Entry Level Clinic Assistant

Pay: $18 – $21 / Hour

Benefits

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client

Our client is a multi-location specialty eye care organization providing advanced ophthalmology and retina services throughout the Austin area. This is an entry-level role with full hands-on training provided—ideal for someone with a strong interest for gaining experience in the medical field. The practice is known for its patient-first approach, collaborative clinical teams, and strong commitment to training and internal career development.

Job Description

The Entry Level Clinic Assistant will support physicians and clinical staff in a fast-paced specialty eye care environment. This is a training-friendly role designed for individuals with healthcare, dental, optometry, optician, or ophthalmology experience—as well as entry-level candidates who are motivated to build a career in clinical healthcare.

This position offers structured training to develop ophthalmic clinical skills, with a clear pathway toward advancement into a more specialized Ophthalmic Technician role.

Key Responsibilities Escort patients to and from exam rooms and prepare them for visits Collect and document patient intake information and medical history Assist with basic vision testing and diagnostic imaging (training provided) Prepare exam rooms and support physicians during procedures Enter patient data and clinical notes into electronic medical records (EMR) Provide compassionate communication and support to patients throughout visits Assist with clinic flow and support multiple clinical team members as needed Travel between Austin-area clinic locations as scheduled (including Round Rock and South Austin) Qualifications Healthcare, dental, optometry, optician, or ophthalmology experience is highly preferred but not required Must have strong customer service skills, including strong communication and interpersonal skills Must have a strong interest in working in clinical healthcare settings and patient care Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment Must be team-oriented, reliable, and detail-focused mindset Must be comfortable learning new clinical skills and EMR systems Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus Perks Contract-to-hire opportunity with clear path to long-term employment Full hands-on training in ophthalmology and clinical eye care Opportunity to grow into an Ophthalmic Technician role Supportive, team-based clinic environment Exposure to advanced ophthalmology and retina procedures Stable organization with strong internal promotion culture Collaborative leadership focused on development and growth Benefits eligible upon 60 days of employment (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) ) Free or convenient parking at clinic locations

If you’re looking to build a long-term career in healthcare and gain specialized clinical experience in ophthalmology, apply today!

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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