Bilingual Optometric Tech & Medical Assistant

America; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

America's Best is seeking an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Bilingual in Illinois. This full-time role supports the optometrist by performing pre-screenings and testing prior to examinations, helping ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care.

Fluent in English and Spanish, you will communicate with patients, learn optical terminology, and assist with paperwork. Training provided; no prior certification required, great entry point into eye care.

Qualifications

• Fluent in reading and speaking both English and Spanish.
• Previous retail/optical experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to learn optical knowledge.
• Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Multitasking and time-management skills.
• Professional attitude and appearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high quality patient care.
• Maintain a professional atmosphere and appearance of doctor’s office and pretest room.
• Understand ocular terminology and diseases and know the ocular abbreviations.
• Explain to the patient the types of preliminary examinations.
• Complete necessary paperwork and perform testing on patients prior to doctor examination.
• Promote visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients.
• Perform exam pre-screening.
• Review prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identifyspecial needs.
• Consult with the optician, Doctor or Retail Management when necessary.
• Ensure equipment, both Doctor’s and pre-test, is properly maintained.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

America's Best is seeking an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Bilingual in Illinois. This full-time role supports the optometrist by performing pre-screenings and testing prior to examinations, helping ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care.

Fluent in English and Spanish, you will communicate with patients, learn optical terminology, and assist with paperwork. Training provided; no prior certification required, great entry point into eye care.