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[Apply on UnitedHealth Group’s careers site →](https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/job/middletown/ophthalmic-assistant-part-time/34088/101268932848) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [UnitedHealth Group](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/) / Ophthalmic Assistant Part Time at UnitedHealth Group ## Job description ### Requisition number 2390162 Job category: Healthcare Delivery Primary location: Middletown, New York Date posted: 09/28/2026 Overtime status: Non-exempt Travel: No Optum NY, is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join our team in Middletown, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. ### Primary Responsibilities Participates in the delivery of patient care in an effective manner Under close supervision perform preliminary screening examinations for physician review including, but not limited to, visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields, simple color vision tests, and may perform refraction May administer dilation or anesthetic drops. May assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training Performs stocking and maintenance functions. Maintains physical environment of exam and procedure rooms. Cleans and stocks rooms daily and maintains appropriate supply of sample drug medications as needed. Assists with ordering medical/office supplies. Prepares for transport of contaminated instruments and equipment for sterilization. Facilitates calibration, maintenance, and monitoring of equipment as needed Performs various clerical functions. Assists with appointments and telephone call screening activities. Answers phones, takes messages and relays to appropriate individuals. Under direction of physician, may call pharmacy with prescription refills and records prescriptions in patients chart. Files test results, forms, and letters into medical records You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. ### Required Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Completion of the at home test within 60 days of hire Preferred Qualifications: BLS Certification Related experience working for an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16 - $29 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Middletown, New York - Pay: $16 - $29 per hour[Apply on UnitedHealth Group’s careers site →](https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/job/middletown/ophthalmic-assistant-part-time/34088/101268932848) ## More jobs at UnitedHealth Group ### [Advance Practice Clinician-Oncology](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/jobs/e1ac476ee1f09ee8901c/) Middletown, New York ### [Associate Tech Support Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/jobs/373c5fa4a963debc45a7/) Middletown, New York ### [Cardiologist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/jobs/1f20c805cccbb2633360/) Middletown, New York ### [Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Per Diem - Optum NY - Middletown](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/jobs/2adf92d1eb83fd945011/) Middletown, New York ### [ENT Final-Year Residents & Fellows | Optum Pathways Program *Remote*](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/jobs/dedadfa578dab67690a7/) Middletown, New York ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Part Time Office Assistant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kroger/jobs/8e0c440b879805e34a2f/) Kroger · Charleston, South Carolina ### [Part Time Office Assistant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kroger/jobs/1a35539eab853c74751a/) Kroger · Alexandria, Virginia ### [Server Assistant (Part-Time) - Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/jobs/5e56e5338d103a498188/) Hilton Worldwide Holdings · Baltimore, MD, United States ### [Management Assistant - Part Time](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/carmax/jobs/8b84b6f06e387c21d01b/) CarMax · Richland, MS, United States ### [Server Assistant (Part-Time), Sophia's Trattoria - Conrad Orlando](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/jobs/6bb42f4a39393b02ed4b/) Hilton Worldwide Holdings · Orlando, FL, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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