Eye Care Technician

Bridgeview Eye Partners • La Porte, IN

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About The Position

At Midwest Eye Consultants, the Eye Care Technician supports the clinical team in delivering compassionate patient care using current eye-health technology. The role provides information that helps doctors determine appropriate care and treatment. It combines administrative and clinical functions, including obtaining patient histories, performing preliminary and ancillary tests, scheduling patients, preparing examination rooms, and assisting doctors with examination needs. The technician helps maintain practice quality standards and supports a positive patient experience through effective communication. No prior experience is required; a dedicated team of trainers supports employees as they learn the position.

Requirements

• Ability to stand for sustained periods and perform stooping, grasping, lifting, talking, and hearing.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds regularly from floor to waist, 5 pounds from waist to shoulder, and 5 pounds from shoulder overhead.
• Visual acuity sufficient to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for eye examinations by explaining the features and benefits of preliminary testing procedures.
• Perform preliminary tests and any additional tests requested by the doctor.
• Assist optometrists and ophthalmologists with patient procedures.
• Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, communicating delays appropriately.
• Prepare examination rooms by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and inviting environment for patients and staff.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as determined by the office manager or team lead and doctors.
• Obtain patient histories and complete administrative and clinical functions that support patient care.

Benefits

• Starting wage of $14 per hour, based on previous experience.
• 6.5 paid holidays per year.
• Approximately 10 days of paid time off within the first year.
• Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.
• Company-paid certification program offering opportunities for growth and wage increases.
• Training support from a dedicated team; no experience is required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed