Kaiser Permanente·Kensington, Maryland
Performs initial patient work-ups and specialized vision tests to assist optometrists with clinical examinations. Responsible for documenting patient symptoms, managing medical records, and educating patients on spectacle and contact lens options.
Performs initial work-up and specialized tests for optometry patients. Assists optometrists with clinical tasks as directed by the optometrist.
Greets patients, enters data into medical records, and escorts patients to examination room. Interviews each patient to obtain information about symptoms and documents information provided by patient in medical record. Uses specialized equipment to test patients vision and condition. Provides test results to provider and brings attention to abnormal results. Assists optometrist to conduct examinations as directed. Assists patients to understand spectacle and contact lens options following diagnosis by optometrist. Cleans and maintains specialized equipment and work areas. Performs other related duties as directed.
BLS Certification preferred.
Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in patient work-ups. Candidates must hold or obtain a relevant paraoptometric or ophthalmic certification within six months of hire.
Market context
In Maryland, medical office administration roles are typically supported by steady demand from clinics, practices, and outpatient settings that need reliable front-office and billing support. These roles are competitive because employers often look for candidates with medical terminology knowledge, basic billing and coding skills, and comfort with standard office software. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to show one year of medical office experience and any billing or software tools you’ve used.