Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Part Time
About The Position
The Optometric Technician supports doctors in providing quality eye care and helps deliver a positive patient experience. The role involves preparing patients for examinations, completing preliminary testing and paperwork, maintaining organized patient records, and keeping the doctor’s office and pretest room professional and properly equipped. The technician also communicates with patients about preliminary examinations, identifies special needs, and coordinates with the optician, doctor, or retail management when necessary. The position is part-time, and the store is closed on Sundays.
Requirements
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to learn optical knowledge.
- Ability to give customers instructions clearly and concisely.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Multitasking and time-management skills.
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 and identify special needs; consult with the optician, doctor, or retail management when necessary.
- Complete referral forms and follow-up paperwork as required.
- Maintain accurate and organized patient records.
- Ensure the doctor’s and pretest equipment are properly maintained.
- Order and maintain supplies and pharmaceuticals as directed.
- Follow store and corporate policies and procedures.
- Participate in regularly scheduled mandatory communications meetings to stay informed about corporate policies and initiatives.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings with company match and stock purchase plan.
- Paid sick time.
- Parental leave.
- Employee eyewear discount.
- College scholarship program.
- Training programs.
- Access to educational courses.
- Emphasis on internal promotions and career advancement.
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
