Geriatric Optometric Technician - Travel Required, PTO

The MedElite Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The MedElite Group seeks an Optometric Technician to support eye exams and health assessments in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. You will work with optometrists, APs, and facility staff to deliver high-quality vision care to geriatric patients.

Role involves preliminary testing, imaging, and documenting findings, with travel to facilities as needed. High school diploma and ophthalmic training are preferred; CPO/ABO certification is a plus. Competitive compensation and PTO offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; optometric/ophthalmic training preferred.
• Experience in optometry/ophthalmology strongly preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and patient-care skills.
• Ability to travel to facilities as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assist optometrists with comprehensive eye exams and vision testing
• Perform preliminary testing: visual acuity, IOP, and autorefractor measurements
• Prepare patients for examinations and ensure comfort
• Administer basic diagnostic tests such as visual field testing and retinal imaging
• Document patient history, test results, and clinical findings
• Maintain and clean ophthalmic equipment per safety standards
• Support eyeglass fittings, adjustments, and patient education
• Collaborate with optometrists, APs, and facility staff
• Travel to skilled nursing/long-term care facilities as assigned

Skills

Vision testing

Patient care

Communication

Geriatric care

Education

High school diploma

Optometric/Ophthalmic training

Tools

Autorefractor

Ophthalmic equipment

Job description

The MedElite Group seeks an Optometric Technician to support eye exams and health assessments in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. You will work with optometrists, APs, and facility staff to deliver high-quality vision care to geriatric patients.

Role involves preliminary testing, imaging, and documenting findings, with travel to facilities as needed. High school diploma and ophthalmic training are preferred; CPO/ABO certification is a plus. Competitive compensation and PTO offered.