Bilingual Optometric Technician – Pre-Screen & Testing

America's Best; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Savings

Flex Spending Account

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental Leave

Employee Eyewear Discount

Overtime pay when applicable

Job summary

America's Best in New Jersey is seeking an optometric technician to support the optometrist with pre-screenings and tests, ensuring smooth patient flow and high-quality care in a fast-paced retail setting. Training is provided, and Sundays off.

You will work with a friendly team to deliver affordable eye care and eyewear options. This role requires bilingual English/Spanish communication, strong customer service, and the ability to learn optical concepts while multitasking in a professional

Qualifications

• Fluent in reading and speaking English and Spanish.
• Strong customer service skills and a willingness to learn optical concepts.
• Ability to give clear instructions to customers and maintain professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high quality patient care.
• Maintain a professional atmosphere in the doctor’s office and pretest room.
• Explain preliminary examinations and ocular terminology to patients.
• Complete paperwork and perform testing prior to doctor examination.
• Promote visual field testing and retinal screenings when appropriate.
• Perform exam pre-screening and review prescriptions carefully.
• Coordinate with optician or doctor and maintain equipment.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Customer service

Multitasking

Time management

Clear instruction

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

America's Best in New Jersey is seeking an optometric technician to support the optometrist with pre-screenings and tests, ensuring smooth patient flow and high-quality care in a fast-paced retail setting. Training is provided, and Sundays off.

You will work with a friendly team to deliver affordable eye care and eyewear options. This role requires bilingual English/Spanish communication, strong customer service, and the ability to learn optical concepts while multitasking in a professional