Bilingual Optometric Technician & Medical Assistant (Part-Time)

National Vision; Watchung (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

College scholarship program

Job summary

America's Best, part of National Vision, seeks an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant (Part Time) who is bilingual in English and Spanish. You will conduct pre-screenings and testing to support the Doctor’s examination; no prior optical experience is required as training is provided.

Sundays are off; this role offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities within a large optical retailer. Join a company that values patient care and efficient workflow, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Fluent in reading and speaking English and Spanish.
• Retail/optical experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to learn optical knowledge.
• Clear instruction given to customers.
• Professional attitude and appearance.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Multitasking

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

America's Best, part of National Vision, seeks an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant (Part Time) who is bilingual in English and Spanish. You will conduct pre-screenings and testing to support the Doctor’s examination; no prior optical experience is required as training is provided.

Sundays are off; this role offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities within a large optical retailer. Join a company that values patient care and efficient workflow, with opportunities to