Optometric Technician

Hero Practice Services•Colorado Springs, CO

9h•$17 - $22

About The Position

Academy Kids Dental, Vision and Orthodontics in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is seeking an Optometric Assistant to administer visual tests, operate diagnostic equipment, and help with eyewear fittings. The position reports to the Lead Optometric Assistant and supports the practice’s delivery of high-quality, compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to children in underserved communities. The position is at-will; either the employer or employee may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or prior notice.

Requirements

Ability to perform technical, scribing, and other optometric tasks.
Strong communication skills.
Proficiency in 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/database, Intero Order processing systems, Google Docs, and Document Portal Spreadsheet software.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Understand, monitor, and ensure smooth execution of office processes, including coding and optometric materials, insurance benefits, patient collection, and documentation.
Call patients regarding appointment confirmations, reminders, cancellations, no-shows, and recalls.
Support optometrists during eye exams by preparing patients, performing initial pre-tests, and recording results.
Accompany patients and parents during exams, pre-test patients, and assist the optometrist with scribing and finding a good fit for glasses.
Perform vision tests such as visual acuity, color vision, stereo, confrontations, pupils, and ICT, and administer dilation drops.
Help patients select frames and lenses based on 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 mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children.