Optometric Medical Technician - North - FLOAT

Maine Optometry•Brunswick, ME

7d•Onsite

About The Position

A private-practice optometry office with several locations throughout southern and central Maine is seeking a reliable, quick-learning, customer-service-oriented technician to support optometrists in providing patient care. The office provides medically oriented care, including specialty testing for eye disease, routine contact lens and glasses exams, and eye emergency visits, so the work varies from day to day. The Optometric Medical Technician assists with eye examinations and patient care, performs administrative duties, and maintains and cleans examination equipment. The role calls for strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and an interest in maintaining ocular equipment. Healthcare or customer service experience is a plus but is not required; comprehensive training is provided. This is a full-time, in-person position that floats among the Lewiston, Freeport, and Brunswick locations. The listed hours of operation are Monday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, Tuesday through Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, and Saturday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, with Saturday work roughly one day per month. Pay is $18–$23 per hour, commensurate with experience. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered to CPO-certified candidates.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure.
Ability to manage time and multiple tasks effectively.
Attention to detail and meticulousness.
Regular in-person attendance.
Knowledge and understanding of patient privacy rights under HIPAA guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Optometry office experience.
Optometric Technician Certification; certification is not required, and the employer will help the employee obtain it.
Healthcare or customer service experience.
CPO certification for eligibility for the $500 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient care and eye examinations.
Explain testing processes 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.
Assist patients with inserting and removing contact lenses and educate them on lens care and maintenance.
Maintain a clean environment for patients.
Perform minor maintenance and repairs on examination equipment.
Maintain regular in-person attendance.
Maintain and demonstrate knowledge of patient privacy rights under HIPAA guidelines.