Optometric Assistant
Armstrong Optometry – Armstrong, BC
Job Type: Permanent | 32–40 hours/week
About Us
Armstrong Optometry has been serving our community since 1982. We are a small, close-knit team known for delivering high-quality, patient-focused care.
We take pride in doing meaningful work every day and supporting each other to do it well.
The Role
This is a comprehensive, hands-on role that blends patient care and front desk responsibilities.
You will be involved in every step of the patient experience, from greeting and testing to supporting the doctor during exams. Patient interaction is constant throughout the day.
This role is best suited for someone looking for long-term employment who is motivated to learn and grow into a highly skilled position.
What You’ll Do
- Welcome and guide patients through their visit
- Manage booking, phones, and front desk flow
- Perform preliminary testing using clinical equipment
- Assist doctors during exams and prepare rooms
- Administer eye drops and support patient care
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
Training & Development
This role requires learning a large amount of information. It can feel fast-paced and demanding at the start.
We provide:
- Structured and hands-on training tailored to your learning style
- Shadowing and guided practice
- Access to formal courses and certifications (paid for by the clinic)
Your success will depend on your motivation, consistency, and willingness to learn.
What We’re Looking For
- Reliable, consistent, and committed to your schedule
- Professional, friendly, and confident with patients
- Strong multitasking ability in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented with a “pitch in where needed” mindset
- Comfortable using computers and learning new systems
This role is not a good fit if you:
- Struggle with consistency or reliability
- Prefer minimal responsibility or routine-only work
- Are looking for short-term or transitional employment
Why Join Our Team
- Starting at $20/hour, based on experience
- Monthly profit-sharing incentives
- Health Spending Account (after 3-month probation)
- Vision Care
- Free glasses annualy and staff discounts
- 5 paid sick days per year
- 2 weeks vacation after first year (increases with tenure)
- Consistent scheduling with advance notice for better life planning
- Paid training and certification opportunities
- Work with a great team & make a difference in people’s lives every day
Schedule
- 32–40 hours per week
- Availability required between 8:00 AM – close
- Tuesday evening shifts required
- Monday to Friday
Our Team
We are a small, supportive team that works closely together.
The people who thrive here take pride in their work, support their teammates, and show up ready to contribute every day.
Location
#4-3380 Smith Drive, Armstrong, BC
(Easy commute from Vernon, Enderby, and Salmon Arm)
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed or drop off your resume in person.
Phone: 250-546-2020
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Armstrong, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- customer service: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
