Optometric Technician - Training Provided!

Eye Care Partners•Peoria, AZ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

An Optometric Technician supports optometrists in delivering a high-quality patient experience. The role handles a range of patient-care and office duties and uses optical equipment to perform initial testing before a patient’s exam. Work is primarily in a standard office or clinical setting, with travel to other locations potentially required to perform job duties. Training is provided. The position is full-time. Offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; daily hours vary by location. Employees must have open availability to work shifts within these hours and may need to work earlier or later as needed. The employee will not work all of the listed hours, but the schedule may include weekends, changes, or extended hours based on business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year in a position interacting with customers or patients, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Favorable background check as required by the state.
Proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds; strong fine motor skills and full use of hands; and visual and auditory acuity.
Open availability for shifts within the office’s operating hours, with potential weekend work, schedule changes, or extended hours.

Nice To Haves

Previous medical office experience preferred.
Previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitate patient flow and assist the doctor with preliminary testing.
Verify medical and vision insurance.
Communicate effectively with patients, doctors, and managers, and respond to inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
Build relationships with patients and provide medical support in keeping with the Total Patient Experience.
Comply with company policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
Work urgently while respecting patients’ time and the doctor’s schedule.
Operate a manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field equipment, and GDX or OCT.
Follow testing scripts for photos, visual fields, visual activity, and other equipment-based tests.
Clean examination equipment, including the tonometer tip.
Interact courteously and professionally with employees at all levels.
Perform general office duties and cleaning assigned by the manager.
Help create a positive, team-oriented, patient-focused work environment.
Work hours that meet business needs, potentially including weekends, schedule changes, or extended hours.