Geriatric Optometric Technician — Field Vision Support

The MedElite Group; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid Time Off

Job summary

MedElite seeks an Optometric Technician to assist optometrists with vision exams for patients in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. You will support early detection and management of eye conditions in a geriatric population.

Responsibilities include testing, documenting results, and helping with patient education, while traveling to facilities as needed. This role offers 1099 employment with competitive compensation and PTO.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an Optometric Technician or Ophthalmic Technician training program preferred.
• Certification (e.g., CPO, ABO) preferred but not required.
• Prior experience in optometry or ophthalmology strongly preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and technical proficiency.
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills.
• Comfortable working with the geriatric population.
• Prolonged standing/walking. Assisting with patient positioning. Operating diagnostic equipment. Lifting/moving patients.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist optometrists with comprehensive eye exams and vision testing
• Perform preliminary testing, including visual acuity, intraocular pressure, and autorefractor measurements
• Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort
• Administer basic diagnostic tests such as visual field testing and retinal imaging
• Accurately document patient history, test results, and clinical findings
• Maintain and clean ophthalmic equipment in compliance with safety and infection control standards
• Support eyeglass fittings, adjustments, and patient education as needed
• Collaborate with optometrists, advanced practice providers, and facility staff
• Travel to skilled nursing and long-term care facilities as assigned

Skills

Optometric exam aide

Vision testing

Patient care

Geriatric care

Education

Optometric/Ophthalmic Technician program

Tools

Autorefractor

Job description

MedElite seeks an Optometric Technician to assist optometrists with vision exams for patients in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. You will support early detection and management of eye conditions in a geriatric population.

Responsibilities include testing, documenting results, and helping with patient education, while traveling to facilities as needed. This role offers 1099 employment with competitive compensation and PTO.