Are you a great communicator with an interest in optical? Then, bring your attention to detail and join the Vision Care Center – Peoria team today in this Front Desk Receptionist job in our Peoria, IL location.
As the Front Desk Receptionist, you would be expected to maintain a professional and friendly attitude as you greet office guests, speak with patients regarding their insurance coverage, and schedule appointments. You also would be responsible for record keeping, maintaining a database, and handling customer issues.
When you join Vision Care Center – Peoria, 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 Front Desk Receptionist job in our Peoria, ILlocation.
Join the Vision Care Center – Peoria team and apply for our Front Desk Receptionist job today!
Why You’ll Love This Job
Are you a great communicator with an interest in optical? Then, bring your attention to detail and join the Vision Care Center – Peoria team today in this Front Desk Receptionist job in our Peoria, IL location.
As the Front Desk Receptionist, you would be expected to maintain a professional and friendly attitude as you greet office guests, speak with patients regarding their insurance coverage, and schedule appointments. You also would be responsible for record keeping, maintaining a database, and handling customer issues.
When you join Vision Care Center – Peoria, 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 Front Desk Receptionist job in our Peoria, ILlocation.
Join the Vision Care Center – Peoria team and apply for our Front Desk Receptionist job today!
Responsibilities
Front Desk Receptionist Job Responsibilities
Greet all office guests in a professional and friendly manner.
Operate a multi-line phone system.
Maintain a database of correct patient information.
Efficiently schedule appointments.
Act as a liaison between patients and insurance companies to verify insurance benefits.
Cultivate an organized and orderly atmosphere.
Skills & Qualifications
Front Desk Receptionist Job Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1-3 years prior optical experience preferred, but not required.
Experience with Vision Therapy preferred.
Experience working with children in a medical setting preferred.
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask.
Are you a great communicator with an interest in optical? Then, bring your attention to detail and join the Vision Care Center – Washington team today in this Front Desk Receptionist job in our Washington, IL location.
As the Front Desk Receptionist, you would be expected to maintain a professional and friendly attitude as you greet office guests, speak with patients regarding their insurance coverage, and schedule appointments. You also would be responsible for record keeping, maintaining a database, and handling customer issues.
When you join Vision Care Center – Washington, 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 Front Desk Receptionist job in our Washington, ILlocation.
Join the Vision Care Center – Washington team and apply for our Front Desk Receptionist job today!
Why You’ll Love This Job
Are you a great communicator with an interest in optical? Then, bring your attention to detail and join the Vision Care Center – Washington team today in this Front Desk Receptionist job in our Washington, IL location.
As the Front Desk Receptionist, you would be expected to maintain a professional and friendly attitude as you greet office guests, speak with patients regarding their insurance coverage, and schedule appointments. You also would be responsible for record keeping, maintaining a database, and handling customer issues.
When you join Vision Care Center – Washington, 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 Front Desk Receptionist job in our Washington, ILlocation.
Join the Vision Care Center – Washington team and apply for our Front Desk Receptionist job today!
Appointment Coordinator Job Responsibilities
Operate a multi-line phone system.
Maintain a database of correct patient information.
Efficiently schedule appointments.
Act as a liaison between patients and insurance companies to verify insurance benefits.
Cultivate an organized and orderly atmosphere.
File claims for patient products and services.
Appointment Coordinator Job Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1-3 years prior medical receptionist/insurance verification experience preferred (in an optical setting is a plus).
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask.
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 enjoy interacting and connecting with patients? Are you passionate about providing best-in-class patient care? Then, join the Unger Eye Care team today in this Optometric Technician job in our Troy, 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 Unger 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 Troy, ILlocation. Join the Unger 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 Unger Eye Care team today in this Optometric Technician job in our Troy, 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 Unger 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 Troy, ILlocation. Join the Unger Eye Care team and apply for our Optometric Technician job today!
Responsibilities
Optometric Technician Job 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.
Optometric Technician Job Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
1-3 years prior optometric technician experience preferred
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask
The key primary responsibility of the Optician is to provide eyewear to the patients of our practice.Design, measure, fit, and adapt lenses and frames for client according to written optical prescription or specification. Assist client with selecting frames. Measure customer for size of eyeglasses and coordinate frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription. Prepare work order for optical laboratory containing instructions for grinding and mounting lenses in frames. Verify exactness of finished lens spectacles. Adjust frame and lens position to fit client. May shape or reshape frames.
Delivering an exceptional purchasing experience for the patient is paramount. Therefore, the Optician is responsible for all frame merchandising and display.Developing and managing relationships with our frame and product vendors and appropriately displaying eyewear provides the environment for the eyewear boutique to thrive.
Actively managing and tracking our frame inventory according to our practices inventory procedures is required.
We recognize the doctor to optician handoff is imperative to successful eyewear sales. Therefore, the optician will work directly with the doctor(s) to ensure the handoff process is executed to the standards of the practice.
Why You’ll Love This Job
The key primary responsibility of the Optician is to provide eyewear to the patients of our practice.Design, measure, fit, and adapt lenses and frames for client according to written optical prescription or specification. Assist client with selecting frames. Measure customer for size of eyeglasses and coordinate frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription. Prepare work order for optical laboratory containing instructions for grinding and mounting lenses in frames. Verify exactness of finished lens spectacles. Adjust frame and lens position to fit client. May shape or reshape frames.
Delivering an exceptional purchasing experience for the patient is paramount. Therefore, the Optician is responsible for all frame merchandising and display.Developing and managing relationships with our frame and product vendors and appropriately displaying eyewear provides the environment for the eyewear boutique to thrive.
Actively managing and tracking our frame inventory according to our practices inventory procedures is required.
We recognize the doctor to optician handoff is imperative to successful eyewear sales. Therefore, the optician will work directly with the doctor(s) to ensure the handoff process is executed to the standards of the practice.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
Assist patients with frame selection with an eye towards multiple pair sales
Measure and complete full ordering process for patients
Merchandising and display of all frames in the eyewear boutique
Meeting with and developing relationships with all frame and product vendors
Place all eyewear orders and work with the lab for appropriate delivery
Communicate to patients delivery expectations according to the practices dispensing policies
Manage all pricing of frames and price points systems
Manage all warranty replacements for patients and product returns to vendors
Accurately input correct financial information and plan payments to ensure the company does not adjust financial loss
Attend and assist with quarterly inventory audits
Ensure appearance of Optical Department is kept clean, appealing, current and changes frequently
Complete daily & weekly optical task list
Monitor turnaround time and ensure department communicates with patients re: delays and notes patients file
Submit patient’s insurance information completely and accurately
Maintain proper records of work orders, insurance information and payments.
Ensure patient care is the top priority in the department. Every patient should feel welcome, appreciated, and important
Lead by example to excel in customer service
Measure patients’ bridge and eye size, temple length, vertex distance, pupillary distance, and optical centers of eyes, using measuring devices
Verify that finished lenses are ground to specifications. Double check prescription on a lensometer
Prepare work orders and instructions for grinding lenses and fabricating eyeglasses
Assist patients in selecting frames according to style and color, and ensure that frames are coordinated with facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions
Prescribe, measure, and fit lenses for patient according to a written optical prescription or specification
Recommend specific lenses, lens coatings, and frames to suit patient needs.
Sell goods such as spectacles, sunglasses, and other goods related to optical in general.
Heat, shape, or bend plastic or metal frames to adjust eyeglasses to fit clients, using various optical tools and hands. Verify patient satisfaction with the fitting
Evaluate prescriptions in conjunction with patient’s lifestyle visual requirements
Distribute and dispense optical orders once product is finalized and give proper instructions for the care of the products
Build relationships with patients by “connecting” and at times sending cards and thank you notes
Attend all necessary meetings including: All- Staff and Department
Perform other duties as required
Skills & Qualifications
Competencies:
Sales Skills The Optician is expected to possess a high degree of influential sales skills. The ability to effectively communicate the benefits of all optical products is required.
Customer Orientation Providing our patients an exceptional experience is a cornerstone of our brand. The Optician’s role in delivering on our brand is integral.
Communication Skills The Optician must be able to effectively communicate with our patients around all our optical products including frames, lenses, etc. Communicating in a manner by which the patient understands technical terminology in their layman language is essential.
Technical Abilities The Optician must be able to accurately measure and record all patient information. Attention to detail relative to prescriptions, PDs, and checking the accuracy of eyewear received from the lab, etc. 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.
Frequent Interaction with Others Must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time, always maintaining friendly interactions with team members, patients and guests of the practice.
Supervision
Under supervision of the Optical 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 enjoy interacting and connecting with patients? Are you passionate about providing best-in-class patient care? Then, join the Vision Care Center team today in this Optometric Technician job in our Peoria, 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 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 daily. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care, and you will build a career you love in this Optometric Technician job in our Peoria, ILlocation. Join the Vision Care Center 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 Vision Care Center team today in this Optometric Technician job in our Peoria, 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 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 daily. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care, and you will build a career you love in this Optometric Technician job in our Peoria, ILlocation. Join the Vision Care Center team and apply for our Optometric Technician job today!
Responsibilities
Optometric Technician Job 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
Optometric Technician Job 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 Vision Care Center 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, 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 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, 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
Optician Job 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.
Help maintain the attractive appearance of the office; dust, clean frames.
Stock eyeglass cases, cleaners, and contact lens station, and ensure frame boards are full as applicable.
Skills & Qualifications
Optician Job 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 4Sight iCare team today in this Optometric Technician job in our Plainfield, Illinois 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 4Sight iCare, 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 Plainfield, Illinoislocation. Join the 4Sight iCare 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 4Sight iCare team today in this Optometric Technician job in our Plainfield, Illinois 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 4Sight iCare, 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 Plainfield, Illinoislocation. Join the 4Sight iCare team and apply for our Optometric Technician job today!
Responsibilities
Optometric Technician Job 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
Optometric Technician Job Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
1-3 years prior optometric technician experience preferred.
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask.
Are you a great communicator with an interest in healthcare? Then, bring your attention to detail and join the Professional Eye Care Center team today in this Front Desk Receptionist job in our Niles, IL location.
As the Front Desk Receptionist, you would be expected to maintain a professional and friendly attitude as you greet office guests, speak with patients regarding their insurance coverage, and schedule appointments. You also would be responsible for record keeping, maintaining a database, and handling customer issues.
When you join Professional Eye 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 daily. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care, and you will build a career you love in this Front Desk Receptionist job in our Niles, ILlocation.
Join the Professional Eye Care Center team and apply for our Front Desk Receptionist job today!
Why You’ll Love This Job
Are you a great communicator with an interest in healthcare? Then, bring your attention to detail and join the Professional Eye Care Center team today in this Front Desk Receptionist job in our Niles, IL location.
As the Front Desk Receptionist, you would be expected to maintain a professional and friendly attitude as you greet office guests, speak with patients regarding their insurance coverage, and schedule appointments. You also would be responsible for record keeping, maintaining a database, and handling customer issues.
When you join Professional Eye 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 daily. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care, and you will build a career you love in this Front Desk Receptionist job in our Niles, ILlocation.
Join the Professional Eye Care Center team and apply for our Front Desk Receptionist job today!
Responsibilities
Front Desk Receptionist Job Responsibilities
Greet all office guests in a professional and friendly manner.
Operate a multi-line phone system.
Maintain a database of correct patient information.
Efficiently schedule appointments.
Act as a liaison between patients and insurance companies to verify insurance benefits.
Cultivate an organized and orderly atmosphere.
Skills & Qualifications
Front Desk Receptionist Job Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
1-3 years prior optical experience preferred.
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask.
Do you enjoy interacting and connecting with patients? Are you passionate about providing best-in-class patient care? Then, join the Professional Eye Care Center team today in this Optometric Technician job in our Niles, 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 Professional Eye 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 daily. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care, and you will build a career you love in this Optometric Technician job in our Niles, ILlocation. Join the Professional Eye Care Center 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 Professional Eye Care Center team today in this Optometric Technician job in our Niles, 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 Professional Eye 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 daily. Bring your passion for providing exceptional patient care, and you will build a career you love in this Optometric Technician job in our Niles, ILlocation. Join the Professional Eye Care Center team and apply for our Optometric Technician job today!
Responsibilities
Optometric Technician Job 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
Optometric Technician Job Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
1-3 years prior optometric technician experience preferred.
Adaptable and flexible with the ability to multitask.