Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Part Time - Bilingual Spanish

National Vision•West Valley City, UT

About The Position

The Optometric Technician supports efficient patient flow by assisting the optometrist with pre-screenings and testing before the doctor’s examination. The role conducts vision tests that help the optometrist provide patient care, completes paperwork, and helps maintain the doctor’s office and pretest room. Optical experience and certification are not required; training is provided.

Requirements

Fluent in reading and speaking both English and Spanish.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to learn optical knowledge.
Ability to give customers clear and concise instructions.
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.
Carefully review prescriptions and patient information, identify special needs, and consult the optician, doctor, or retail management when necessary.
Ensure doctor and pretest equipment is properly maintained.