Optometric Technician JobWorcester, MA

We are a thriving Optometry practice in Worcester and Spencer.

  • We are looking for a hard-working, people person, dedicated candidate to join our team.
  • Experience is preferred but not necessary.
  • We will train the right person.
  • Must be able to multi-task in fast paced environment.
  • Enjoying working with a team essential.

You will assist the Optometrist with patient care duties relating to pre-tests, recording patient history, and dispensing of eye care products. The position is for both locations of Spencer and Worcester.
This is the perfect place to be part of a fun, friendly team and grow your Optometric Technician career! Apply today!

Why You’ll Love This Job

We are a thriving Optometry practice in Worcester and Spencer.

  • We are looking for a hard-working, people person, dedicated candidate to join our team.
  • Experience is preferred but not necessary.
  • We will train the right person.
  • Must be able to multi-task in fast paced environment.
  • Enjoying working with a team essential.

You will assist the Optometrist with patient care duties relating to pre-tests, recording patient history, and dispensing of eye care products. The position is for both locations of Spencer and Worcester.
This is the perfect place to be part of a fun, friendly team and grow your Optometric Technician career! Apply today!

Responsibilities

  • Greeting patients and taking their ocular and medical histories.
  • Auto refraction, visual fields, lensometry and tonometry
  • Preliminary case history including current medical conditions
  • Visual acuities, color vision, stereo, and drop instillation
  • Special testing –Oculus, Dark Adaptation, Optomap and OCT scans
  • Conducts routine equipment testing for instruments listed above
  • Responsible for processing patient’s information through the EMR system
  • Helps maintain the flow of patients into and out of the examination room areas in a timely matter
  • Conducts inventory of supplies and stock examination rooms
  • Verifies and maintains stock level and recommends disposal for all expired supply items
  • Diligently maintain the cleanliness of all the equipment, dispensary, workstations and overall facility
  • Ordering and dispensing contact lenses
  • Instructing contact lens patients in proper insertion and removal techniques, as well as contact lens care.
  • Cleaning exam rooms and various other duties that keep the clinic running smoothly.
  • Working closely with the Optometrist to facilitate optimal patient care
  • Working Saturdays required
  • Working closely with other members of the team in coordinating patient care

Skills & Qualifications

Optometric Technician required skills & qualifications include:

  • Experience in a professional setting a must
  • The ability to connect well with patients
  • Works well with a team
  • Tech-savvy; typing capabilities
  • Optometric Technician experience preferred

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Technician JobCouncil Bluffs, IA

Vision Care Clinic is the leading provider of optometry services and vision care products in Council Bluffs, IA. As an Optometric Assistant, you will have the opportunity to receive continuous learning growth. Support and study materials are provided to earn certifications: Certified Para-Optometric (CPO) and Certified Para-Optometric Assistant (CPOA). If you have experience, or simply have a desire to provide exceptional customer service and are willing to learn, send us your resume!

Why You’ll Love This Job

Vision Care Clinic is the leading provider of optometry services and vision care products in Council Bluffs, IA. As an Optometric Assistant, you will have the opportunity to receive continuous learning growth. Support and study materials are provided to earn certifications: Certified Para-Optometric (CPO) and Certified Para-Optometric Assistant (CPOA). If you have experience, or simply have a desire to provide exceptional customer service and are willing to learn, send us your resume!

Responsibilities

Optometric Technician Responsibilities

  • Assess eyeglass desires and purchasing plans
  • Instruct contact lens insertion, removal, care techniques, and replacement schedules
  • Patient chart prep and insurance verifying
  • Special Testing; operating OCT, Retinal Photography, and Visual Field equipment
  • Obtaining patient history
  • Opening, disinfecting, and closing exam rooms daily

Skills & Qualifications

Skills & Qualifications

  • The ability to work well with technology and various instruments
  • Efficient, organized and resourceful.
  • Paraoptometric Training (CPO/CPOA)
  • Optometric Testing
  • Strong customer service
  • Must be computer literate
  • Committed to teamwork
  • Appreciation and respect for top quality patient/customer care
  • Ability to thrive in a growing business while learning best practices

Preferred:

  • Prior experience as an Optometric Technician or in the optical industry, but training will be provided to the right candidate

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Technician JobArden, NC

Start Your Career as an Optometric Technician – No Experience Needed!
Location: Arden, NC
Salary Range: $16–$19/hour (based on experience)

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB
Are you eager to start a meaningful career in healthcare but don’t have prior experience? At Elite Eye Care, we believe great team members come from all backgrounds—and we’re ready to train you! Join us as an Entry-Level Optometric Technician, where you’ll make a real difference by providing exceptional, personalized patient care while learning valuable skills on the job.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • No Experience Needed: We provide comprehensive on-the-job training so you can build your career from day one.

  • Supportive Work Environment: Join a close-knit, family-oriented team that genuinely cares about your well-being and success.

  • Growth and Development: Work with leaders who are committed to your personal and professional growth, offering daily encouragement and support.

  • Work-Life Balance: Thrive in a culture that values your personal life and encourages a healthy work-life balance.

If you’re ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career where your passion for helping others is valued, apply today to become an Optometric Technician at Elite Eye Care in Arden, NC. We can’t wait to welcome you to our team and help you grow!

Start Your Career as an Optometric Technician – No Experience Needed!
Location: Arden, NC
Salary Range: $16–$19/hour (based on experience)

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB
Are you eager to start a meaningful career in healthcare but don’t have prior experience? At Elite Eye Care, we believe great team members come from all backgrounds—and we’re ready to train you! Join us as an Entry-Level Optometric Technician, where you’ll make a real difference by providing exceptional, personalized patient care while learning valuable skills on the job.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • No Experience Needed: We provide comprehensive on-the-job training so you can build your career from day one.

  • Supportive Work Environment: Join a close-knit, family-oriented team that genuinely cares about your well-being and success.

  • Growth and Development: Work with leaders who are committed to your personal and professional growth, offering daily encouragement and support.

  • Work-Life Balance: Thrive in a culture that values your personal life and encourages a healthy work-life balance.

If you’re ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career where your passion for helping others is valued, apply today to become an Optometric Technician at Elite Eye Care in Arden, NC. We can’t wait to welcome you to our team and help you grow!

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 
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented.  
  • Interest in healthcare 
  • Strong communication skills.  
  • Must present a professional appearance 

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Technician JobBethel Park, PA

Join Our Team as an Optometric Technician at Advanced Vision Care!

Are you someone who loves connecting with patients and making a positive impact on their lives? If you’re passionate about delivering top-quality patient care, we’d love for you to join us at Advanced Vision Care as an Optometric Technician in Bethel Park, PA!

As an Optometric Technician, you’ll play a vital role in our patients’ journey to better vision. You’ll provide support, expertise, and a warm, friendly presence that makes all the difference. When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a supportive, close-knit group that shares your dedication to patient care. We prioritize your growth and well-being, offering an environment where you’ll feel valued, encouraged, and empowered every day.

Why Advanced Vision Care?

  • On-The-Job Training: Experience Not Required
  • Single-location practice—no traveling between offices!

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Uniform scrubs provided
  • Free onsite parking

Full Time Employees: Additional benefits

  • Six paid holidays per year
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401k with 3% matching
  • Eyecare services provided 

Start building a fulfilling career with Advanced Vision Care in Bethel Park, PA. Apply today and become part of a team where your passion for patient care truly shines! 

Join Our Team as an Optometric Technician at Advanced Vision Care!

Are you someone who loves connecting with patients and making a positive impact on their lives? If you’re passionate about delivering top-quality patient care, we’d love for you to join us at Advanced Vision Care as an Optometric Technician in Bethel Park, PA!

As an Optometric Technician, you’ll play a vital role in our patients’ journey to better vision. You’ll provide support, expertise, and a warm, friendly presence that makes all the difference. When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a supportive, close-knit group that shares your dedication to patient care. We prioritize your growth and well-being, offering an environment where you’ll feel valued, encouraged, and empowered every day.

Why Advanced Vision Care?

  • On-The-Job Training: Experience Not Required
  • Single-location practice—no traveling between offices!

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Uniform scrubs provided
  • Free onsite parking

Full Time Employees: Additional benefits

  • Six paid holidays per year
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401k with 3% matching
  • Eyecare services provided 

Start building a fulfilling career with Advanced Vision Care in Bethel Park, PA. Apply today and become part of a team where your passion for patient care truly shines! 

Responsibilities

  • Greet patients in a professional and friendly manner.  
  • Gather preliminary data, such as chief complaints and patient’s medical history, measuring visual acuity and operating automated instruments.
  • Accurately and efficiently document the results of pretesting into the current EHR program.  
  • Assist the Optometrist as needed during examinations.  
  • Assist other members of the team when needed and available.  

Skills & Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED 
  • 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)

Optometric Technician JobCosta Mesa, CA

Join Our Patient-Centered Team at Insight Vision Center Optometry as an Optometric Technician!

Do you love connecting with people and making a difference in their lives? If so, we’d love to have you join the Insight Vision Center Optometry team as an Optometric Technician at our Costa Mesa, CA location! In this role, you’ll be the friendly face guiding patients through essential optical testing to determine their vision needs, all while maintaining a warm and professional demeanor. You’ll also play a key role in helping patients make informed decisions about their eyewear options, ensuring they leave feeling confident and well-cared for.

Why Join Us?
At Insight Vision Center Optometry, you’ll become part of a supportive, close-knit team that values both exceptional patient care and your personal well-being. Our leadership understands the importance of work-life balance and is here to encourage and support you every step of the way.

What You’ll Love:

  • Competitive Pay: $17-$19 / hour
  • Being part of a team that’s passionate about providing care with a personal touch.
  • Working alongside leaders who genuinely value and respect your contributions.
  • An opportunity to grow your career in a role that combines patient interaction with expert optical care.

If you’re ready to bring your passion for patient care to a team that appreciates and supports you, apply for the Optometric Technician role at Insight Vision Center Optometry today!  

Why You’ll Love This Job

Join Our Patient-Centered Team at Insight Vision Center Optometry as an Optometric Technician!

Do you love connecting with people and making a difference in their lives? If so, we’d love to have you join the Insight Vision Center Optometry team as an Optometric Technician at our Costa Mesa, CA location! In this role, you’ll be the friendly face guiding patients through essential optical testing to determine their vision needs, all while maintaining a warm and professional demeanor. You’ll also play a key role in helping patients make informed decisions about their eyewear options, ensuring they leave feeling confident and well-cared for.

Why Join Us?
At Insight Vision Center Optometry, you’ll become part of a supportive, close-knit team that values both exceptional patient care and your personal well-being. Our leadership understands the importance of work-life balance and is here to encourage and support you every step of the way.

What You’ll Love:

  • Competitive Pay: $17-$19 / hour
  • Being part of a team that’s passionate about providing care with a personal touch.
  • Working alongside leaders who genuinely value and respect your contributions.
  • An opportunity to grow your career in a role that combines patient interaction with expert optical care.

If you’re ready to bring your passion for patient care to a team that appreciates and supports you, apply for the Optometric Technician role at Insight Vision Center Optometry 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 
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented.  
  • Interest in healthcare 
  • Strong communication skills.  
  • Must present a professional appearance 

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Technician JobWinder, GA

Your professional experience and desire to work in a positive, exciting atmosphere, making a difference in the lives of others, place you at the top of the list for our FT/PT Optometric Technician role in Winder, GA!

In this position, your skills and efficiency will be greatly appreciated by your customers as you guide them through the process of optical testing to determine their visual abilities followed by helping them make important decisions about the various types of eyewear available to them. Regardless of your level of optical experience — some or none at all — you can rest assured that you will receive the training you need to be a successful Optometric Technician. We offer our team members PERKS/BENEFITS so you can live a quality personal life as well.

This is the perfect place to be part of a fun, friendly team and grow your Optometric Technician career! Apply today!

Why You’ll Love This Job

Your professional experience and desire to work in a positive, exciting atmosphere, making a difference in the lives of others, place you at the top of the list for our FT/PT Optometric Technician role in Winder, GA!

In this position, your skills and efficiency will be greatly appreciated by your customers as you guide them through the process of optical testing to determine their visual abilities followed by helping them make important decisions about the various types of eyewear available to them. Regardless of your level of optical experience — some or none at all — you can rest assured that you will receive the training you need to be a successful Optometric Technician. We offer our team members PERKS/BENEFITS so you can live a quality personal life as well.

This is the perfect place to be part of a fun, friendly team and grow your Optometric Technician career! Apply today!

Responsibilities

Optometric Technician job responsibilities include:

  • Complete diagnostic testing and necessary documentation
  • Prepare patients to be seen by the Optometrist
  • Assist the Optometrist as needed during examinations
  • Show patients how to properly care for contact lens
  • Assist the patient in making decisions about frames and lenses

Skills & Qualifications

Optometric Technician required skills & qualifications include:

  • Experience in a professional setting a must
  • The ability to connect well with patients
  • Works well with a team
  • Tech-savvy; typing capabilities
  • Optometric Technician experience preferred

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Technician JobOrinda, CA

Start Your Career in Eye Care as an Optometric Technician with Orinda Optometry Group

Are you passionate about connecting with people and making a positive impact on their lives? If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care, join the dedicated team at Orinda Optometry Group as an Optometric Technician at our Orinda, CA location.

Competitive pay ranging from $17.50 to $21.00 per hour, based on experience.

What You’ll Do:
As an Optometric Technician, you’ll play a vital role in delivering top-notch patient care. You’ll assist with essential optical testing to determine vision needs and guide patients in selecting the perfect eyewear. Your friendly and professional demeanor will ensure a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

Why Join Orinda Optometry Group?
When you become part of our team, you’re joining more than just a workplace—you’re joining a family that values personalized care. We’re committed to your work-life balance and offer a supportive environment where you’ll feel encouraged and appreciated every day.

Don’t wait—take the first step toward a career you’ll love. Apply today to join the Orinda Optometry Group team as an Optometric Technician!

Start Your Career in Eye Care as an Optometric Technician with Orinda Optometry Group

Are you passionate about connecting with people and making a positive impact on their lives? If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care, join the dedicated team at Orinda Optometry Group as an Optometric Technician at our Orinda, CA location.

Competitive pay ranging from $17.50 to $21.00 per hour, based on experience.

What You’ll Do:
As an Optometric Technician, you’ll play a vital role in delivering top-notch patient care. You’ll assist with essential optical testing to determine vision needs and guide patients in selecting the perfect eyewear. Your friendly and professional demeanor will ensure a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

Why Join Orinda Optometry Group?
When you become part of our team, you’re joining more than just a workplace—you’re joining a family that values personalized care. We’re committed to your work-life balance and offer a supportive environment where you’ll feel encouraged and appreciated every day.

Don’t wait—take the first step toward a career you’ll love. Apply today to join the Orinda Optometry Group team as an Optometric Technician!

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.  
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented.  
  • Interest in healthcare.  
  • Strong communication skills.  
  • Must present a professional appearance.  

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Technician JobTroy, IL

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 at both our Troy and Edwardsville, IL locations.
 
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. 

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Potential for performance-based bonuses
  • Eyewear and eye care benefits
  • Opportunity to offer a unique eye wellness approach to eyecare
  • Access to specialty services and products exclusive to our area

Salary Range: $15-$21
 
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 at both our Troy and Edwardsville, IL locations 

Employment Type: Full-Time (open to Part-Time)
 
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 at both our Troy and Edwardsville, IL locations.
 
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. 

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Potential for performance-based bonuses
  • Eyewear and eye care benefits
  • Opportunity to offer a unique eye wellness approach to eyecare
  • Access to specialty services and products exclusive to our area

Salary Range: $15-$21
 
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 at both our Troy and Edwardsville, IL locations 

Employment Type: Full-Time (open to Part-Time)
 
Join the Unger 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 
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented.  
  • Interest in healthcare 
  • Strong communication skills.  
  • Must present a professional appearance 

Employee Participation in Marketing Initiatives:
To foster a welcoming and engaging environment for both current and prospective patients, employees are encouraged to participate in social media and marketing photos. Showcasing our team helps build trust and comfort with patients, which in turn supports the growth and success of the practice. Participation in videos is entirely optional and will be based on individual comfort levels.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Technician JobSpringfield, IL

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.

Type: Full Time (Hourly)

Optometric Technician JobSpringfield, IL

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.

Type: Full Time (Hourly)