Optometric Technician

The Floating Hospital • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Floating Hospital is a Federally Qualified Health Center and one of New York City’s remaining charity hospitals. Founded in 1866, it provides unrestricted healthcare regardless of identity, insurance status, or ability to pay, serving people of all ages and families living in shelters and domestic violence safe houses across all five boroughs.

The Optometric Technician assists the Optometrist with patient care and eye examinations, including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scanning. The role also includes patient screening, taking medical histories, administering eyedrops as directed, educating patients, assisting with scheduling, and maintaining clean and sanitized equipment and exam rooms. The listed schedule is Monday 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Tuesday 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Wednesday 8 a.m.–6 p.m., and Thursday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask.
• Experience with EMR software.
• Pleasant demeanor and positive attitude when interacting with patients and staff.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as an Optometric Technician is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Optometrist with patient care and eye examinations, including OCT scanning.
• Screen patients and take medical histories.
• Administer eyedrops as directed by the Optometrist.
• Provide patient education.
• Assist with scheduling.
• Clean, sanitize, and properly maintain equipment and exam rooms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Use EMR access for scanning, triage, PMH/vitals, orders, immunizations/PPD, and telephone encounters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed