Optometric Medical Technician - North - FLOAT
About The Position
A private-practice optometry office with several locations throughout southern and central Maine is hiring an Optometric Medical Technician to support optometrists in providing patient care in a fast-paced clinic. The office provides specialty testing for eye disease as well as routine examinations for contact lenses and glasses and care for eye emergencies. The role combines clinical assistance with administrative duties and maintenance and cleaning of examination equipment. The position is full-time and in person, floating among the Lewiston, Freeport, and Brunswick locations. Experience in healthcare or customer service is a plus but not required; comprehensive training is provided. An optometric technician certification is preferred but not required, and the employer will help the employee obtain certification. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered to CPO-certified hires. Pay is $18–$23, commensurate with experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Self-motivation and ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to manage time and multiple tasks effectively.
- Maintain and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of patient privacy rights under HIPAA guidelines.
- Maintain regular in-person attendance.
Nice To Haves
- Optometry office experience.
- Optometric Technician Certification; the employer will help the employee obtain certification.
- Experience in healthcare or customer service.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient care and eye examinations.
- Explain testing procedures to patients, prepare them, and administer tests of visual capabilities.
- Take patient histories and accurately enter information into medical records.
- Maintain records and inventory and take notes during examinations.
- Help patients insert and remove contact lenses and educate them on lens care and maintenance.
- Maintain a clean environment for patients.
- Perform minor maintenance and repairs on examination equipment.
Benefits
- $500 sign-on bonus for CPO-certified hires.
- 401K retirement savings plan.
- Health insurance.
- Paid vacation time.
- Eyeglass and contact lens benefits.
- Nine holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
