Optometric Technician - Training Provided!

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities • Leavenworth, KS

13h • Onsite

About The Position

An Optometric Technician supports optometrists in delivering a positive patient experience by performing initial testing and providing medical support before a patient’s exam. The role uses optical equipment, follows established testing procedures, maintains examination equipment, and helps with general office duties. Work is primarily in an office or clinical setting, though travel to other locations may be required. The position requires work hours that meet business needs, which may include weekends, schedule changes, or extended schedules.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in a position interacting with customers or patients, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Favorable background check as required by state.
• Proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to walk, sit, and stand frequently; bend, stoop, and reach; and lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 pounds.
• Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands for grasping, writing or typing, and technology use.
• Visual and auditory acuity, including color, depth, and peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Previous medical office experience preferred.
• Previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with patients and provide medical support while delivering the Total Patient Experience.
• Comply with company policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
• Work with urgency and respect patients’ time and the doctor’s time and schedule.
• Operate manual and auto lensometers, an autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field equipment, and GDX or OCT equipment.
• Follow testing scripts for photos, visual fields, visual acuity, and other testing.
• Clean examination equipment, including the tonometer tip.
• Interact courteously and professionally with employees at all levels.
• Perform general office duties and cleaning as assigned by the manager.
• Create a positive, team-oriented, patient-focused work environment.
• Work hours that meet business needs, which may include weekends, schedule changes, or extended schedules.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid maternity leave
• Competitive base pay
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED