Mobile Optometric Technician (4 Days/Week)

Eyetastic Services•Hempstead, NY

23d

About The Position

The Mobile Optometric Technician works alongside Optometrists providing eye-care services to residents at nursing homes across Long Island. The role involves preparing examination charts and schedules, assisting during clinical examinations, capturing fundus images for Optometrist review, and measuring, fitting, and repairing eyeglasses. The technician also communicates schedule changes with nursing staff, submits documents electronically, and responds to office staff inquiries. This position follows a four-day schedule, Monday through Thursday, with approximate hours of 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The technician travels among nursing home sites, potentially up to an hour from their home base. Gas, mileage, and tolls are reimbursed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience as an optometric technician or in a similar role.
Proficiency in Google Drive and other tech tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Live in Long Island, NY, ideally in Nassau County.
Be willing and able to work at different sites and have a vehicle for commuting to and from work sites.
Be willing to travel up to an hour from the home base.
Be a team player and maintain a neat, professional appearance suitable for a healthcare setting.
Have a valid, clean driver's license and a registered vehicle for daily travel.

Nice To Haves

A degree in medical assistance.
Familiarity with medical office management systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

Update the daily roster and prepare Optometry Exam charts for residents.
Communicate and document schedule changes, including cancellations and refusals, in collaboration with nursing staff.
Measure, fit, and repair eyeglasses.
Assist the Optometrist during clinical examinations.
Capture fundus images and submit them for review by the Optometrist.
Organize and electronically submit essential documents.
Respond to inquiries from office staff.