Optometric Technician No Experience Needed! Job Arden, NC

Vision Source • Arden, NC

241d • $16 - $19

About The Position

Join Elite Eye Care as an Optometric Technician at our Arden, NC location, where you'll play a vital role in delivering top-notch, personalized care to our patients. This position is perfect for those who are passionate about making a real difference in people's lives by providing exceptional patient care. If you thrive in a patient-focused environment and enjoy working with a team that values personal connections, this is the opportunity for you!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 years prior optometric technician experience preferred
• Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Interest in healthcare
• Strong communication skills
• Must present a professional appearance

Responsibilities

• Greet all office guests in a professional and friendly manner.
• Gather preliminary data through patient pretest, such as documenting chief complaints, gathering patient's medical history, measuring visual acuity, eye movement, interocular pressure (IOP), retinal photos, visual fields, and optical coherence tomography (OCT).
• Educate the patient throughout the prescreening process about what each machine is testing for and provide instructions to provide accurate test results.
• Accurately and efficiently document the results of pretesting into the current EHR program.
• Educate and instruct the patient on insertion, removal, and proper care of contact lenses.
• Assist the Optometrist as needed during examinations.
• Assist the patient in making decisions about frames and lenses.
• Assist other members of the team when needed and available.

Benefits

• Supportive Work Environment
• Growth and Development
• Work-Life Balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED