Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Part Time

National Vision•Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

The optometric technician helps keep patient flow efficient by assisting the optometrist with pre-screenings and testing before the Doctor’s examination. The vision tests performed help the optometrist provide patient care. Optical experience and certification are not required; training is provided. The role is part time, and the company’s stores are closed on Sundays. The technician provides high-quality patient care, explains preliminary examinations, completes paperwork, and performs patient testing before the Doctor’s examination. The role also includes promoting eligible vision field tests and retinal screenings, reviewing prescriptions and patient information for special needs, and maintaining the Doctor’s and pre-test equipment. The technician helps maintain a professional atmosphere and appearance in the Doctor’s office and pretest room.

Requirements

Strong customer service skills.
Ability to learn optical knowledge.
Ability to give customers instructions clearly and concisely.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Detail-oriented.
Multitasking and time-management skills.
Professional attitude and appearance.

Nice To Haves

Previous retail or optical experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Ensure high-quality patient care.
Maintain a professional atmosphere and appearance in the Doctor’s office and pretest room.
Understand ocular terminology, diseases, and abbreviations.
Explain preliminary examinations to patients.
Complete necessary paperwork and perform testing before the Doctor’s examination.
Promote visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients.
Perform exam pre-screening.
Review prescriptions and patient information carefully, identify special needs, and consult with the optician, Doctor, or Retail Management when necessary.
Ensure the Doctor’s and pre-test equipment are properly maintained.