Optometric Technician - Training Provided!
About The Position
An Optometric Technician is a valuable asset to an optometrist as they assist in providing a world class Total Patient Experience. This team member is able to handle a wide range of duties while using optical equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Optometrist. The role involves embracing and executing our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support, complying with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA, and practicing urgency at all times by placing value on a patient’s time, as well as the doctor’s time and schedule. Responsibilities include operating various optical equipment, following scripting for testing equipment, cleaning examination equipment, interacting with all levels of employees courteously and professionally, performing general office duties, and consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused. Commitment to work hours that meet the business needs, which may include weekends, schedule changes, or an extended schedule, is also required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Basic computer skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Excitement to learn and grow
- Favorable result on Background Check
- Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/patients or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Nice To Haves
- Previous medical office experience preferred
- Previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Facilitate patient flow
- Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
- Verify medical and vision insurances
- Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
- Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests
- Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT
- Follow scripting for testing equipment (photos, visual fields, visual activity, etc.)
- Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip
- Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all time
- General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
- Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401k + Employer Matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Employee Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
