Optometric Technician
MedElite Group, LLC.•Middletown, NY
•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite
About The Position
MedElite is seeking a reliable, patient-focused Optometric Technician to assist optometrists with vision exams and eye health assessments for patients in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. The role supports early detection and management of vision conditions in a geriatric population and involves working closely with clinical providers and facility staff. The position is based in Poughkeepsie, New York, with a stated schedule of 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and travel to assigned facilities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong attention to detail and technical proficiency.
- Excellent communication and patient-care skills.
- Comfort working with the geriatric population.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including prolonged standing and walking, assisting with patient positioning, operating diagnostic equipment, and lifting or moving patients.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an Optometric Technician or Ophthalmic Technician training program.
- Certification such as CPO or ABO; certification is preferred but not required.
- Prior experience in optometry or ophthalmology.
- Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings.
Responsibilities
- Assist optometrists with comprehensive eye exams and vision testing.
- Perform preliminary testing, including visual acuity, intraocular pressure, and autorefractor measurements.
- Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures and helping ensure their comfort.
- Administer basic diagnostic tests such as visual field testing and retinal imaging.
- Accurately document patient history, test results, and clinical findings.
- Maintain and clean ophthalmic equipment in accordance with safety and infection-control standards.
- Support eyeglass fittings and adjustments, and provide patient education as needed.
- Collaborate with optometrists, advanced practice providers, and facility staff.
- Travel to skilled nursing and long-term care facilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Competitive compensation of $50,000–$60,000 per annum, stated as $8–$10 per patient.
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Education Level
High school or GED
