Optometric Technician - Willing to Train!
About The Position
An Optometric Technician is a valuable asset to an optometrist as they assist in providing a world class Total Patient Experience. This team member is able to handle a wide range of duties while using optical equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Optometrist. The role involves embracing and executing our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support. It requires compliance with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA, and practicing urgency at all times, valuing the patient's and doctor's time and schedule. The technician will operate various optical examination equipment, follow scripting for testing equipment, and clean all examination equipment. They must be able to interact courteously and professionally with all levels of employees and perform general office duties and cleaning as assigned. A commitment to creating a positive, team-oriented, and patient-focused work environment is essential, along with flexibility to meet business needs which may include weekends, schedule changes, or extended schedules.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Basic computer skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Excitement to learn and grow
- Favorable result on Background Check
- Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/patients or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
Nice To Haves
- Previous medical office experience preferred
- Previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Facilitate patient flow
- Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
- Verify medical and vision insurances
- Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
- Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests
- Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT
- Follow scripting for testing equipment (photos, visual fields, visual activity, etc.)
- Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip
- Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all time
- General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
- Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
- Commitment to work hours that meet the needs of the business which may include weekends, schedule changes or an extended schedule
Benefits
- Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
- 401k + Employer Matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Competitive Base Pay
- Employee Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
