Specialty Eye is seeking a friendly, dependable, and patient-centered Medical Assistant to join their team at their Kirkland and Bellevue, WA locations.

Prior optical experience is not required. We are willing to train the right person with a can-do attitude, curiosity, and strong work ethic.

As a Medical Assistant, you will help guide patients through the clinical portion of their visit, support optical testing, assist with specialty eye care services, assist doctors with data entry and scribing, and help patients select eyewear and vision solutions that fit their needs.

If you are professional, detail-oriented, reliable, and excited to grow in the eye care field, this could be a great fit.

What We Offer:

• $22-$25 while training, with pay increase opportunities
• No weekends
• Monday through Friday schedule
• 36+ hours per week
• A fun, welcoming, and supportive team environment
• Hands-on training in advanced eye care services
• Opportunities to grow professionally and personally

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach
• Comfort with technology and learning new clinical equipment
• Ability to follow detailed protocols with accuracy
• Organized and reliable with steady follow-through
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA standards
• Genuine interest in healthcare and helping people
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a busy clinic environment
• Willingness to learn new clinical skills
• Strong attention to detail and pride in high-quality patient care
• Team-focused attitude

Preferred experience includes:

• Experience as an optometric technician, ophthalmic technician, or medical assistant
• Familiarity with retinal imaging, visual fields, pretesting, or specialty lenses
• Understanding of basic medical and vision terminology
• Prior experience in a specialty or medical setting

What You’ll Do:

• Greet patients and guide them through the clinical portion of their visit
• Perform pretesting such as auto-refraction, tonometry, visual fields, retinal imaging, and other clinical tests
• Assist with binocular vision testing and dry eye evaluations as trained
• Document findings accurately in the EHR
• Communicate clearly with patients about each test and why it matters
• Recognize when patients need extra support or reassurance
• Assist patients with selecting eyewear, lenses, and vision solutions based on their needs, lifestyle, and doctor recommendations
• Provide helpful, consultative support during the eyewear selection process, including discussing options and making appropriate recommendations
• Assist with myopia management visits, including axial length measurements and treatment education
• Support dry eye diagnostics and treatments such as meibography and tear assessments
• Help with specialty contact lens fittings, including scleral lenses, ortho-k, and other custom designs
• Learn and follow specific protocols for specialty eye care services
• Prepare exam rooms and ensure equipment is clean and working properly
• Assist the doctor during specialty procedures when needed
• Help maintain smooth clinic flow and minimize delays
• Communicate patient findings and concerns to the provider
• Update patient records and ensure accurate charting
• Support front desk team members as needed during peak times
• Manage inventory of clinical supplies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and patient-ready environment

Schedule:

• This is a full-time, in-person position with a Monday through Friday schedule.
• No weekends are required.
• The position offers 36+ hours per week.
• This role may support Specialty Eye’s locations in Kirkland and Bellevue, WA.

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About Specialty Eye:

Specialty Eye provides advanced eye care services in Kirkland and Bellevue, WA, including dry eye treatment, binocular vision care, glaucoma care, pre- and post-operative care for cataract and LASIK patients, myopia management, and specialty contact lenses.

Their team is focused on helping patients understand their vision, receive personalized care, and feel supported throughout their eye care journey.