Louisiana Family Eyecare – Covington, LA
Are you passionate about patient care and eager to join a dynamic team in the eye care industry? Louisiana Family Eyecare is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Optometric Technician to support our practice in delivering exceptional care to our patients. Whether you’re an experienced technician or new to the field, we welcome your application and look forward to finding the right fit for our team!
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in an optometric (OD) or ophthalmologic (OMD) office is preferred but not required.
- Experience working in a medical or dental office is a plus.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with a focus on patient care.
- A willingness to learn and grow within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Flexibility to work full-time or part-time, depending on your preference.
Compensation
Hourly wage will be determined based on your previous experience.
Benefits (for Full-Time Employees)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401(k) retirement plan
At Louisiana Family Eyecare, we prioritize creating a warm and welcoming environment for both our patients and staff. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a supportive team and contribute to improving the vision and quality of life for our patients.
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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 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
- Self-motivated and detail oriented.
- Interest in healthcare
- Strong communication skills.
- Must present a professional appearance
Type: Full Time (Hourly)