Pre-Healthcare Internship
The Center for Vision Development
1 month ago
Part-time
On-site
Austin, Texas, United States
Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
- Monthly Bonuses
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Pre-Healthcare Student Internship – Optometry & Vision Therapy
Part-Time
About Us
The Center for Vision Development is the longest-established vision therapy practice in Austin, founded in 2004. We work with children and adults, including individuals with special needs such as autism and brain injuries.
At our core, we are people people. We believe meaningful relationships and genuine care make all the difference. We just happen to be in optometry.
Our team is known for providing exceptional service while maintaining a warm, professional, and supportive environment. We care deeply about our patients, celebrate their successes, and strive to go above and beyond every day.
What You'll Do
This internship provides hands-on experience in healthcare administration, patient care, and clinical operations. Responsibilities may include:
- Meaningful, hands-on healthcare experience that will strengthen your resume and professional skills
- Learn professional communication skills while interacting with children, families, and healthcare team members
- Assist with patient scheduling, phone calls, texts, and front desk operations
- Prepare patient materials, logs, binders, birthday cards, and recognition items
- Scan, file, and organize medical records and patient documents
- Organize, clean, and restock therapy rooms, equipment, and supplies
- Support inventory management, office projects, and administrative initiatives that help create an exceptional patient experience
Who You Are
We're looking for someone who wants to learn how to work with people. At our core, we connect with people and care about people—we just happen to be in optometry.
You might be a great fit if you:
- Love building relationships and connecting with people
- Enjoy working with children and families
- Are kind, compassionate, and genuinely care about helping others
- Are reliable and take your commitments seriously
- Are organized and pay attention to details
- Learn quickly and are receptive to feedback
- Take initiative and look for ways to help
- Communicate professionally with people of all ages
- Enjoy being part of a team and contributing to a positive culture
- Are interested in healthcare and eager to learn
Schedule
- Part-time position
- Flexible hours based on your school schedule and availability
- Ideally 15-30 hours per week
- Clinic hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-7:00pm, and Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm
Compensation: $10.00 per hour
Join us in our passion for changing lives through vision development. We look at vision as part of the whole person, and through that approach, we help our patients grow and succeed in ways they never expected. Our mission is to give every patient the foundation they need for strong, efficient vision that goes far beyond 20/20.
At The Center for Vision Development, we’re not your typical healthcare practice—and this is not your typical job. We are a close-knit, high-performing team that values positivity, professionalism, and a team-first mindset. We show up for each other, take ownership of our roles, and go above and beyond for every patient we serve.
Our team comes from a variety of backgrounds, but we all share a genuine love for working with people and making a meaningful impact. We believe in creating an environment where patients feel supported and where our team feels the same.
If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters and your team has your back, you’ll feel right at home here.