Join Our Visionary Team as a Front Desk Receptionist at Vision Care Center!
Are you ready to be the welcoming face and the heartbeat of a cutting-edge optical experience? Vision Care Center is on the lookout for a vibrant and customer-centric Front Desk Receptionist to join our dynamic team in Peoria, IL! What We Offer:
Be a key player in a leading optical practice, where you contribute to transforming the way our patients see the world.
Growth Opportunities: Elevate your career in a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development.
Team Camaraderie: Join a close-knit team where collaboration and positivity thrive, making every workday exciting and enjoyable.
Innovative Environment: Immerse yourself in the latest optical technologies and fashion-forward eyewear trends, staying at the forefront of the industry.
If you have a passion for providing exceptional customer service, an eye for detail, and a desire to be part of a forward-thinking optical experience, we want to hear from you! Apply now for the Front Desk Receptionist job to embark on a journey where every day brings new opportunities to enhance the way people see the world.
Your vibrant career at Vision Care Center in Peoria, IL starts here!
Why You’ll Love This Job
Join Our Visionary Team as a Front Desk Receptionist at Vision Care Center!
Are you ready to be the welcoming face and the heartbeat of a cutting-edge optical experience? Vision Care Center is on the lookout for a vibrant and customer-centric Front Desk Receptionist to join our dynamic team in Peoria, IL! What We Offer:
Be a key player in a leading optical practice, where you contribute to transforming the way our patients see the world.
Growth Opportunities: Elevate your career in a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development.
Team Camaraderie: Join a close-knit team where collaboration and positivity thrive, making every workday exciting and enjoyable.
Innovative Environment: Immerse yourself in the latest optical technologies and fashion-forward eyewear trends, staying at the forefront of the industry.
If you have a passion for providing exceptional customer service, an eye for detail, and a desire to be part of a forward-thinking optical experience, we want to hear from you! Apply now for the Front Desk Receptionist job to embark on a journey where every day brings new opportunities to enhance the way people see the world.
Your vibrant career at Vision Care Center in Peoria, IL starts here!
Responsibilities
As the Front Desk Receptionist, you’ll be the first point of contact, setting the tone for an exceptional optical journey. Your responsibilities will include:
Warm Welcomes:Greet and assist patients with a beaming smile, making every visit memorable from the moment they step in.
Efficient Coordination:Seamlessly manage appointments, inquiries, and patient flow to ensure a smooth and streamlined experience.
Optical Guru: Educate patients on our eyewear offerings, guiding them through frame selections and lens options with enthusiasm.
Administrative Brilliance: Handle phone calls, emails, and paperwork with precision, maintaining an organized and efficient front desk.
Patient Empathy: Demonstrate genuine care and understanding, creating a welcoming atmosphere that extends beyond just great vision.
Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1-3 years prior optical experience preferred, but not required.
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask.
Join Our Visionary Team as a Front Desk Receptionist at Unger Eye Care!
Are you ready to be the welcoming face and the heartbeat of a cutting-edge optical experience? Unger Eye Care is on the lookout for a vibrant and customer-centric Front Desk Receptionist to join our dynamic team in Troy, IL!
What We Offer:
Be a key player in a leading optical practice, where you contribute to transforming the way our patients see the world.
Growth Opportunities: Elevate your career in a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development.
Team Camaraderie: Join a close-knit team where collaboration and positivity thrive, making every workday exciting and enjoyable.
Innovative Environment: Immerse yourself in the latest optical technologies and fashion-forward eyewear trends, staying at the forefront of the industry.
If you have a passion for providing exceptional customer service, an eye for detail, and a desire to be part of a forward-thinking optical experience, we want to hear from you! Apply now for the Front Desk Receptionist opening to embark on a journey where every day brings new opportunities to enhance the way people see the world.
Your vibrant career at Unger Eye Care in Troy, IL starts here!
Why You’ll Love This Job
Join Our Visionary Team as a Front Desk Receptionist at Unger Eye Care!
Are you ready to be the welcoming face and the heartbeat of a cutting-edge optical experience? Unger Eye Care is on the lookout for a vibrant and customer-centric Front Desk Receptionist to join our dynamic team in Troy, IL!
What We Offer:
Be a key player in a leading optical practice, where you contribute to transforming the way our patients see the world.
Growth Opportunities: Elevate your career in a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development.
Team Camaraderie: Join a close-knit team where collaboration and positivity thrive, making every workday exciting and enjoyable.
Innovative Environment: Immerse yourself in the latest optical technologies and fashion-forward eyewear trends, staying at the forefront of the industry.
If you have a passion for providing exceptional customer service, an eye for detail, and a desire to be part of a forward-thinking optical experience, we want to hear from you! Apply now for the Front Desk Receptionist opening to embark on a journey where every day brings new opportunities to enhance the way people see the world.
Your vibrant career at Unger Eye Care in Troy, IL starts here!
Responsibilities
As the Front Desk Receptionist, you’ll be the first point of contact, setting the tone for an exceptional optical journey. Your responsibilities will include:
Warm Welcomes:Greet and assist patients with a beaming smile, making every visit memorable from the moment they step in.
Efficient Coordination: Seamlessly manage appointments, inquiries, and patient flow to ensure a smooth and streamlined experience.
Optical Guru: Educate patients on our eyewear offerings, guiding them through frame selections and lens options with enthusiasm.
Administrative Brilliance:Handle phone calls, emails, and paperwork with precision, maintaining an organized and efficient front desk.
Patient Empathy: Demonstrate genuine care and understanding, creating a welcoming atmosphere that extends beyond just great vision.
Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1-3 years prior optical experience preferred, but not required.
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask.
Do you love fashion, fun people, and helping clients look their best? Then, if you know retail sales and want to learn optical sales, this may be your perfect career! Join the Unger Eye Care team today in this Optician job at our Troy, IL location! As an Optician, you will be an essential part of an outstanding team, seamlessly taking customers through the process of selecting and ordering eyewear and accessories that best suit them, assisting with fitting, and providing education on the proper care for their chosen products — all within a fun and upbeat environment. When you join Unger Eye Care, you become part of a collaborative team in a relaxed atmosphere that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch to the members of our community. Bring your upbeat personality and build a career you’ll love in this Optician job in our Troy, IL location. Join the team and apply for our Optician job today!
Why You’ll Love This Job
Do you love fashion, fun people, and helping clients look their best? Then, if you know retail sales and want to learn optical sales, this may be your perfect career! Join the Unger Eye Care team today in this Optician job at our Troy, IL location! As an Optician, you will be an essential part of an outstanding team, seamlessly taking customers through the process of selecting and ordering eyewear and accessories that best suit them, assisting with fitting, and providing education on the proper care for their chosen products — all within a fun and upbeat environment. When you join Unger Eye Care, you become part of a collaborative team in a relaxed atmosphere that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch to the members of our community. Bring your upbeat personality and build a career you’ll love in this Optician job in our Troy, IL location. Join the team and apply for our Optician job today!
Responsibilities
Provide exceptional customer service by understanding and assisting patients’ needs.
Guide and assist patients in the eyewear and frame/lens selection process by using extensive knowledge of product lines and options to educate the client.
Maximize sales offerings and educate clients on lens options.
Use proper tools to take accurate measurements and fit/adjust eyewear for patient needs.
Promise accurate delivery & turnaround times meeting the patients’ needs. Immediately notify the patient of any delays in delivery times.
Stock eyeglass cases, cleaners, and contact lens station, and ensure frame boards are full as applicable.
Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1-3 years previous Optician experience preferred
Fashion savvy and enjoy helping people in a customer setting.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written), including strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Comfortable with sales and making transactions.
Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.
Do you have a passion for working with people and improving patient’s quality of life? Bring your communication skills and join the Vision Care Center team today in this Vision Therapist job in our Peoria, IL location.
As a Vision Therapist, you will teach patients how to gather visual information efficiently and process that information accurately so that they can learn, work, and perform at their full potential. This person must be organized, dependable, eager to learn, and compassionate.
Looking for an energetic, compassionate, people-person who is interested in a fulfilling career working with individuals with functional vision problems. Primarily working with school-age children, however, older kids and adults are also patients. This individual will work one-on-one performing therapeutic activities, exercises, and procedures to enhance visual skills. Looking for a person with a desire and passion to work hard and change lives. A vision therapist works under the direction and guidance of a Doctor of Optometry.
A bachelor’s degree is expected. 3-5 years experience working with and caring for the public in classroom, healthcare, or other therapy settings is highly recommended. Specific skills and training will all be provided and taught by a Doctor of Optometry. Continuing education, seminars, and ongoing training sessions will be provided by employer.
When you join Vision Care Center, you become part of a close-knit team that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch. Here, you will work alongside leaders who value your personal life and will support and encourage you each day. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care and you will build a career you love in this Vision Therapist job located in our Peoria, IL location.
Join the Vision Care Center team and apply for our Vision Therapist job today!
While it can be dependent on patient volume, the role expects to be a part-time position (approx. 25-30 hours per week) with the potential to increase to full time.
Why You’ll Love This Job
Do you have a passion for working with people and improving patient’s quality of life? Bring your communication skills and join the Vision Care Center team today in this Vision Therapist job in our Peoria, IL location.
As a Vision Therapist, you will teach patients how to gather visual information efficiently and process that information accurately so that they can learn, work, and perform at their full potential. This person must be organized, dependable, eager to learn, and compassionate.
Looking for an energetic, compassionate, people-person who is interested in a fulfilling career working with individuals with functional vision problems. Primarily working with school-age children, however, older kids and adults are also patients. This individual will work one-on-one performing therapeutic activities, exercises, and procedures to enhance visual skills. Looking for a person with a desire and passion to work hard and change lives. A vision therapist works under the direction and guidance of a Doctor of Optometry.
A bachelor’s degree is expected. 3-5 years experience working with and caring for the public in classroom, healthcare, or other therapy settings is highly recommended. Specific skills and training will all be provided and taught by a Doctor of Optometry. Continuing education, seminars, and ongoing training sessions will be provided by employer.
When you join Vision Care Center, you become part of a close-knit team that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch. Here, you will work alongside leaders who value your personal life and will support and encourage you each day. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care and you will build a career you love in this Vision Therapist job located in our Peoria, IL location.
Join the Vision Care Center team and apply for our Vision Therapist job today!
While it can be dependent on patient volume, the role expects to be a part-time position (approx. 25-30 hours per week) with the potential to increase to full time.
Responsibilities
Carrying out the therapy program for given patients.
Providing appropriate documentation for the doctor to monitor progress.
Maintaining a clean and organized environment for therapy to take place.
Communicating with patients and their families both in-person and by email/phone.
Lead outreach by contacting groups, organizations, and professionals to generate referrals for optometric vision therapy.
Creating invoices for patient payment.
Assist other members of the team when needed and available.
All other duties assigned by management.
Skills & Qualifications
AA or BA/BS desired.
Previous experience in vision therapy, occupational therapy, teaching, or other medical rehabilitation fields is not required, but would be valuable.
Must enjoy working with children, experience/knowledge with ADHD/Autism is helpful.
Must have compassion for those suffering from anxiety/depression.
The role of the Technician is to provide technical support to the Optometrist(s). This includes patient work-up, pretesting, tonometry, and performing the appropriate professional services to patients. As the functional liaison between patient and doctor, the Technician is responsible for communicating all patient questions and concerns to the optometrist. Accurate procurement of patient history and follow-up is required.
Because our practice strives to deliver the best eye health care possible, a deep working knowledge of all pretesting equipment is required. The ability to effectively communicate to patients and the optometrist(s) is of utmost importance.
Why You’ll Love This Job
The role of the Technician is to provide technical support to the Optometrist(s). This includes patient work-up, pretesting, tonometry, and performing the appropriate professional services to patients. As the functional liaison between patient and doctor, the Technician is responsible for communicating all patient questions and concerns to the optometrist. Accurate procurement of patient history and follow-up is required.
Because our practice strives to deliver the best eye health care possible, a deep working knowledge of all pretesting equipment is required. The ability to effectively communicate to patients and the optometrist(s) is of utmost importance.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
Demonstrates expert ability in communicating with patients the purpose of each test and its importance to their eye health
Ensure proper charting and documentation; correctly document all information gathered from patient and pre-tests.
Prepare patient for tests as needed, and make sure that doctor has all necessary pre-testing done and equipment as needed.
Operation and maintenance of all pretesting equipment including but not limited to:
Optomap
Lensometer
Auto-refractor / keratometer
Non-contact tonometer
Retinal camera
Auto-field perimeter
Keystone visual skills
Visual acuity test
Blood pressure cuff
Pupilometer
Responsible for making sure clinical exam rooms have adequate and appropriate supplies, and ensuring that clinical equipment is in good working order.
Clean and restock pre-test and exam rooms between patients; clean the equipment in front of the patients to ensure cleanliness for each patient.
Check calibration of equipment and make adjustments or contact the lead technician, as necessary
Tracks and orders supply inventory (alcohol pads, FI strips, etc.) as appropriate
Tracks and reports to leadership/management the capture rate of all specialized testing
Create a warm and personalized experience for each and every patient.
Acquaint all new patients with the office procedures to which they will be exposed.Inform patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how they will be affected during the tests.
Obtain patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications.
Perform blood pressure and ocular pressure testing
Fill-out appropriate forms and distribute appropriate literature.
Communicate with other staff members in a clear and concise manner.
Communicate with other ophthalmic assistants to facilitate proper patient flow.
Perform other duties as required
Skills & Qualifications
Competencies:
Communication Skills The Technician must be able to effectively communicate with our patients around all our pre and special testing.Communicating in a manner by which the patient understands technical terminology in their layman language is essential.
Technical Abilities The Technician must be able to accurately measure and record all patient information. Attention to detail relative to all testing and results is imperative.
Pace of the Environment Must be able to work at a fast pace.Effectively handling multiple tasks and patients at one time, while focusing on the individual patient experience.
Consistency of Work The Technician position requires consistent repetition of several technical tasks. A displayed comfort level and accuracy of accomplishing tasks and testing of this nature is required.
Team Player As the patient liaison to the Optometrist, the Technician must exhibit the ability to work well within the team environment, supporting all aspects of the practice and delivering on the patient experience.
Supervision
Under supervision of the Lead Optometric Technician and Office Manager.Must be able to complete duties without close supervision.
Confidentiality
Will be exposed to confidential information disclosure of which would be contrary to the best interest of the organization and professional ethics.
Do you love fashion, fun people, and helping clients look their best? Then, if you know retail sales and want to learn optical sales, this may be your perfect career! Join the Vision Care Center – Peoria team today in this Optician job at our Peoria, IL location! As an Optician, you will be an essential part of an outstanding team, seamlessly taking customers through the process of selecting and ordering eyewear and accessories that best suit them, assisting with fitting, and providing education on the proper care for their chosen products — all within a fun and upbeat environment. When you join Vision Care Center – Peoria, you become part of a collaborative team in a relaxed atmosphere that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch to the members of our community. Bring your upbeat personality and build a career you’ll love in this Optician job in our Peoria, IL location. Join the team and apply for our Optician job today!
Why You’ll Love This Job
Do you love fashion, fun people, and helping clients look their best? Then, if you know retail sales and want to learn optical sales, this may be your perfect career! Join the Vision Care Center – Peoria team today in this Optician job at our Peoria, IL location! As an Optician, you will be an essential part of an outstanding team, seamlessly taking customers through the process of selecting and ordering eyewear and accessories that best suit them, assisting with fitting, and providing education on the proper care for their chosen products — all within a fun and upbeat environment. When you join Vision Care Center – Peoria, you become part of a collaborative team in a relaxed atmosphere that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch to the members of our community. Bring your upbeat personality and build a career you’ll love in this Optician job in our Peoria, IL location. Join the team and apply for our Optician job today!
Responsibilities
Provide exceptional customer service by understanding and assisting patients’ needs.
Guide and assist patients in the eyewear and frame/lens selection process by using extensive knowledge of product lines and options to educate the client.
Maximize sales offerings and educate clients on lens options.
Use proper tools to take accurate measurements and fit/adjust eyewear for patient needs.
Promise accurate delivery & turnaround times meeting the patients’ needs. Immediately notify the patient of any delays in delivery times.
Stock eyeglass cases, cleaners, and contact lens station, and ensure frame boards are full as applicable.
Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1-3 years previous Optician experience preferred
Fashion savvy and enjoy helping people in a customer setting.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written), including strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Comfortable with sales and making transactions.
Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.
Do you enjoy interacting and connecting with patients? Are you passionate about providing best-in-class patient care? Then, join the Kehoe Eye Care team today in this Optometric Technician job in ourGalesburg, IL location! As the Optometric Technician, you would be expected to maintain a professional and friendly attitude as you guide patients through optical testing to determine their visual abilities, followed by helping them make important decisions about the various types of eyewear available. When you join Kehoe Eye Care, you become part of a close-knit team that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch. Here, you will work alongside leaders who value your personal life and will support and encourage you daily. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care, and you will build a career you love in this Optometric Technician job in our Galesburg, ILlocation. Join the Kehoe Eye Care team and apply for our Optometric Technician job today!
Why You’ll Love This Job
Do you enjoy interacting and connecting with patients? Are you passionate about providing best-in-class patient care? Then, join the Kehoe Eye Care team today in this Optometric Technician job in ourGalesburg, IL location! As the Optometric Technician, you would be expected to maintain a professional and friendly attitude as you guide patients through optical testing to determine their visual abilities, followed by helping them make important decisions about the various types of eyewear available. When you join Kehoe Eye Care, you become part of a close-knit team that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch. Here, you will work alongside leaders who value your personal life and will support and encourage you daily. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care, and you will build a career you love in this Optometric Technician job in our Galesburg, ILlocation. Join the Kehoe Eye Care team and apply for our Optometric Technician job today!
Responsibilities
Greet all office guests in a professional and friendly manner.
Gather preliminary data through patient pretest, such as documenting chief complaints, gathering patient’s medical history, measuring visual acuity, eye movement, interocular pressure (IOP), retinal photos, visual fields, and optical coherence tomography (OCT).
Educate the patient throughout the prescreening process about what each machine is testing for and provide instructions to provide accurate test results.
Accurately and efficiently document the results of pretesting into the current EHR program.
Educate and instruct the patient on insertion, removal, and proper care of contact lenses.
Assist the Optometrist as needed during examinations.
Assist the patient in making decisions about frames and lenses.
Assist other members of the team when needed and available.
Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
1-3 years prior optometric technician experience preferred
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask
Do you love fashion, fun people, and helping clients look their best? Then, if you know retail sales and want to learn optical sales, this may be your perfect career! Join the Kehoe Eye Care team today in this Optician job at our Galesburg, IL location! As an Optician, you will be an essential part of an outstanding team, seamlessly taking customers through the process of selecting and ordering eyewear and accessories that best suit them, assisting with fitting, and providing education on the proper care for their chosen products — all within a fun and upbeat environment. When you join Kehoe Eye Care, you become part of a collaborative team in a relaxed atmosphere that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch to the members of our community. Bring your upbeat personality and build a career you’ll love in this Optician job in our Galesburg, IL location. Join the team and apply for our Optician job today!
Why You’ll Love This Job
Do you love fashion, fun people, and helping clients look their best? Then, if you know retail sales and want to learn optical sales, this may be your perfect career! Join the Kehoe Eye Care team today in this Optician job at our Galesburg, IL location! As an Optician, you will be an essential part of an outstanding team, seamlessly taking customers through the process of selecting and ordering eyewear and accessories that best suit them, assisting with fitting, and providing education on the proper care for their chosen products — all within a fun and upbeat environment. When you join Kehoe Eye Care, you become part of a collaborative team in a relaxed atmosphere that shares your passion for providing care with a personal touch to the members of our community. Bring your upbeat personality and build a career you’ll love in this Optician job in our Galesburg, IL location. Join the team and apply for our Optician job today!
Responsibilities
Provide exceptional customer service by understanding and assisting patients’ needs.
Guide and assist patients in the eyewear and frame/lens selection process by using extensive knowledge of product lines and options to educate the client.
Maximize sales offerings and educate clients on lens options.
Use proper tools to take accurate measurements and fit/adjust eyewear for patient needs.
Promise accurate delivery & turnaround times meeting the patients’ needs. Immediately notify the patient of any delays in delivery times.
Stock eyeglass cases, cleaners, and contact lens station, and ensure frame boards are full as applicable.
Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1-3 years previous Optician experience preferred
Fashion savvy and enjoy helping people in a customer setting.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written), including strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Comfortable with sales and making transactions.
Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.
Title: Optician FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Division: Optical Pay Type: Hourly Reports to: Optical Manager Status: Full-Time VISIONARY OPTICIANS: NO BLURRY APPLICANTS ALLOWED Are you tired of working in a job that lacks focus? Do you have a clear vision for your future? If so, we’ve got a spectacle-tacular opportunity for you! Position: Optical Wizard (aka Optician)
Perks:
Free eye exams (because we’re all about seeing your potential).
Discounted eyewear for when you want to look SPECtacular off-duty.
A workplace culture so friendly, even our lenses say “Hi!”
How to Apply:
Blurry applications need not apply! Sharpen your resume and send us a clear, focused cover letter highlighting your achievements. Bonus points if you can read the fine print at the bottom of this ad.
Disclaimer:
If you think this ad is a sight for sore eyes, you’re our kind of candidate. If you’re still reading this, we like your vision; now show us yours! Send Resume to: [email protected]
Why You’ll Love This Job
Title: Optician FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Division: Optical Pay Type: Hourly Reports to: Optical Manager Status: Full-Time VISIONARY OPTICIANS: NO BLURRY APPLICANTS ALLOWED Are you tired of working in a job that lacks focus? Do you have a clear vision for your future? If so, we’ve got a spectacle-tacular opportunity for you! Position: Optical Wizard (aka Optician)
Perks:
Free eye exams (because we’re all about seeing your potential).
Discounted eyewear for when you want to look SPECtacular off-duty.
A workplace culture so friendly, even our lenses say “Hi!”
How to Apply:
Blurry applications need not apply! Sharpen your resume and send us a clear, focused cover letter highlighting your achievements. Bonus points if you can read the fine print at the bottom of this ad.
Disclaimer:
If you think this ad is a sight for sore eyes, you’re our kind of candidate. If you’re still reading this, we like your vision; now show us yours! Send Resume to: [email protected]
Responsibilities
Master the art of turning “Is it clearer like this?” into a personalized eyewear experience.
Provide expert advice on frame fashion, because life’s too short for boring glasses.
Help clients find their glasses in the morning so they can locate their coffee.
Skills & Qualifications
20/20 sense of style and a keen eye for fashion.
Ability to spot a smudge from across the room.
Excellent hand-eye coordination (juggling frames is a plus!).
A knack for making eye contact without making it weird.
We will train the right person who is fun, energetic, and likes glasses
The role of the Technician is to provide technical support to the Optometrist(s). This includes patient work-up, pretesting, tonometry, and performing the appropriate professional services to patients. As the functional liaison between patient and doctor, the Technician is responsible for communicating all patient questions and concerns to the optometrist. Accurate procurement of patient history and follow-up is required.
Because our practice strives to deliver the best eye health care possible, a deep working knowledge of all pretesting equipment is required. The ability to effectively communicate to patients and the optometrist(s) is of utmost importance.
Why You’ll Love This Job
The role of the Technician is to provide technical support to the Optometrist(s). This includes patient work-up, pretesting, tonometry, and performing the appropriate professional services to patients. As the functional liaison between patient and doctor, the Technician is responsible for communicating all patient questions and concerns to the optometrist. Accurate procurement of patient history and follow-up is required.
Because our practice strives to deliver the best eye health care possible, a deep working knowledge of all pretesting equipment is required. The ability to effectively communicate to patients and the optometrist(s) is of utmost importance.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
Demonstrates expert ability in communicating with patients the purpose of each test and its importance to their eye health
Ensure proper charting and documentation; correctly document all information gathered from patient and pre-tests.
Prepare patient for tests as needed, and make sure that doctor has all necessary pre-testing done and equipment as needed.
Operation and maintenance of all pretesting equipment including but not limited to:
Optomap
Lensometer
Auto-refractor / keratometer
Non-contact tonometer
Retinal camera
Auto-field perimeter
Keystone visual skills
Visual acuity test
Blood pressure cuff
Pupilometer
Responsible for making sure clinical exam rooms have adequate and appropriate supplies, and ensuring that clinical equipment is in good working order.
Clean and restock pre-test and exam rooms between patients; clean the equipment in front of the patients to ensure cleanliness for each patient.
Check calibration of equipment and make adjustments or contact the lead technician, as necessary
Tracks and orders supply inventory (alcohol pads, FI strips, etc.) as appropriate
Tracks and reports to leadership/management the capture rate of all specialized testing
Create a warm and personalized experience for each and every patient.
Acquaint all new patients with the office procedures to which they will be exposed.Inform patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how they will be affected during the tests.
Obtain patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications.
Perform blood pressure and ocular pressure testing
Fill-out appropriate forms and distribute appropriate literature.
Communicate with other staff members in a clear and concise manner.
Communicate with other ophthalmic assistants to facilitate proper patient flow.
Perform other duties as required
Skills & Qualifications
Competencies:
Communication Skills The Technician must be able to effectively communicate with our patients around all our pre and special testing.Communicating in a manner by which the patient understands technical terminology in their layman language is essential.
Technical Abilities The Technician must be able to accurately measure and record all patient information. Attention to detail relative to all testing and results is imperative.
Pace of the Environment Must be able to work at a fast pace.Effectively handling multiple tasks and patients at one time, while focusing on the individual patient experience.
Consistency of Work The Technician position requires consistent repetition of several technical tasks. A displayed comfort level and accuracy of accomplishing tasks and testing of this nature is required.
Team Player As the patient liaison to the Optometrist, the Technician must exhibit the ability to work well within the team environment, supporting all aspects of the practice and delivering on the patient experience.
Supervision
Under supervision of the Lead Optometric Technician and Office Manager.Must be able to complete duties without close supervision.
Confidentiality
Will be exposed to confidential information disclosure of which would be contrary to the best interest of the organization and professional ethics.