Eye Care Technician: Patient-Focused Optometry Support

The Region HR; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Region HR is seeking an Optometry Technician to support routine eye examinations and patient care. This position involves assisting the Optometrist, handling patient education on eyewear, and maintaining clinic equipment.

Responsibilities include testing, preparing patients, frame fitting, inventory management, scheduling, insurance forms, and HIPAA-compliant recordkeeping. CPR/BLS certification is required, with prior optometry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Experience in Optometry Clinic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic routine vision testing and examinations.
• Prepare patients for testing and clinical procedures.
• Assist patients with eye care education, eyewear utilization, frame selection and fitting.
• Adjust and repair eyeglass frames and lenses.
• Maintain vision and diagnostic equipment.
• Manage clinical inventory and medical supplies.
• Assist with scheduling patient visits, insurance claims, and HIPAA-compliant recordkeeping.
• Perform general clerical and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English fluency

Self-motivated

Discretion/Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

CPR / BLS Certification

Job description

The Region HR is seeking an Optometry Technician to support routine eye examinations and patient care. This position involves assisting the Optometrist, handling patient education on eyewear, and maintaining clinic equipment.

Responsibilities include testing, preparing patients, frame fitting, inventory management, scheduling, insurance forms, and HIPAA-compliant recordkeeping. CPR/BLS certification is required, with prior optometry experience preferred.