Optometric Technician

PENINSULA COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES OF ALASKA•Soldotna, AK

45d•Onsite

About The Position

The position of an Optometric Technician is a paraprofessional role. In this position, work is done under the supervision and guidance of the Optometrist. The primary duties are to assist the Optometrist with eye examinations and optical duties. Primary job duties include performing optometry exam testing, eyeglass selection as well as assisting optician when necessary. The Optometric Technician is responsible for helping the Optometrist provide efficient and effective optometric/optical services, with a focus on customer service to our patients. Will be cross trained for other duties in the eye care clinic

Requirements

High school or equivalent
Sales ability to connect with customers, uncover their needs, recommend items based on their needs and educate the customer on their purchases.
Polished and professional communication and customer-centric service skills.
Capable of working with and servicing and interacting with diverse people.
Self-motivation, action-oriented, and a creative problem solver open to feedback and learning.
Reliability and punctuality in attendance.
Timely charting of all medical records, following the 72-hour rule.
Must be computer literate, proficient with Microsoft Office Products and be able to type 45 wpm.
Must pass State required background and pre-hire drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Optical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtains and records patients medical history.
Prepares patients for vision examination; assist in testing for near and far acuity, depth perception, macula integrity, color perception and visual field.
Administering routine and specialty testing including auto-refraction, visual fields, retinal imaging, and OCT.
Assisting the optometrist with patient care and examinations
Assist optician when needed to help patients with frame selection, fitting, lens selection, and obtaining measurements of the eye.
Verify prescription glasses for accuracy.
Educate patients on proper eye care, proper contact lens insertion and removal and care of eyeglasses.
Repair and adjust eyewear as needed.
Clean and disinfect instruments.
Schedule appointments, update patients' records, track sales, and notify when eyewear is ready for pickup
Receiving patients to the department in a friendly, professional, and courteous manner.