Optometric Technician
About The Position
The Optometric Technician administers visual tests, operates diagnostic equipment, and assists with eyewear fittings. The role supports optometrists during exams, helps patients and parents through the exam process, and contributes to the smooth operation and cleanliness of the practice. The position reports to the Lead Optometric Assistant. This is an at-will position, meaning either the employer or employee may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or prior notice. The role also includes other duties that support the business and its mission to provide high-quality, compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children.
Requirements
- Ability to perform technical, scribing, and optometric tasks.
- Strong communication skills.
- Proficiency with EHR systems.
- Ability to train and lead a team of Optometric Assistants.
- Ability to multitask and complete tasks correctly and on time.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a vision practice.
- Knowledge of optometric online software or databases, Intero order processing systems, Google Docs, and Document Portal Spreadsheet software.
- Bilingual ability.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and support office processes, including coding and optometric materials, insurance benefits, patient collections, and documentation.
- Contact patients about appointment confirmations, reminders, cancellations, no-shows, and recalls.
- Prepare patients for eye exams, perform initial pre-tests, and record results.
- Accompany patients and parents during exams, perform pre-tests, and assist the optometrist with scribing and finding a suitable glasses fit.
- Perform visual acuity, color vision, stereo, confrontation, pupil, and ICT tests, and administer dilation drops.
- Help patients select frames and lenses based on their prescriptions.
- Process patient payments during check-in and check-out.
- Keep the practice clean and presentable, including cleaning restrooms and the patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting.
- Perform other duties that support the practice, business, and mission.
Benefits
- Generous pay with monthly bonus opportunities.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Career growth opportunities within the practice and region.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
