Eye Care Technician - Optometry Support

VSP Vision; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

VSP Vision is seeking a clinic aide to support optometric care and patient services in Riverside. You will assist with eye examinations, pre-testing, patient histories, and guiding patients through the vision care experience.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, taking measurements, educating on contact lenses, dosing medications, and scribing for the doctor. The role requires strong communication and multitasking in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• Typically has the following skills or abilities.
• Strong communication skills across patients, doctors, and staff.
• Ability to document patient visits clearly and accurately.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced clinic.
• Knowledge of office procedures and basic patient privacy practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Optometrist with eye examinations and patient care.
• Conduct pre-testing or special testing and collect patient history.
• Guide patients through the clinical experience and document information.
• Prepare patients, explain exam process, and maintain records.
• Perform contact lens insertion and educate patients on handling.
• Order contact lenses and manage inventory of trials.
• Administer topical ophthalmic and dilation medications.
• Scribe for the doctor and translate as needed.
• Support patient flow and communicate with doctors and staff.
• Cross-train in departments and assist with other duties as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

multitasking

Tools

MS Office

Job description

VSP Vision is seeking a clinic aide to support optometric care and patient services in Riverside. You will assist with eye examinations, pre-testing, patient histories, and guiding patients through the vision care experience.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, taking measurements, educating on contact lenses, dosing medications, and scribing for the doctor. The role requires strong communication and multitasking in a fast-paced clinic.