Optician: Patient Care & Eyewear Specialist

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University College of Optometry is hiring an Optician to support patient care and teaching missions across our clinic network. You will assist in ordering ophthalmic materials, communicate with labs, and help patients with frame and lens selections based on prescriptions and needs.

Responsibilities include accurate measurements and order entry, HIPAA-compliant handling of medical records, and providing excellent patient service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must receive licensure within one year of hire.
• 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist in ordering ophthalmic materials.
• Recommend frame and lens options based on patient needs.
• Accurately enter orders and communicate with ophthalmic labs.
• Dispense, adjust, and repair spectacles; order and dispense contact lenses.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Attention to detail

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Compulink

Job description

The Ohio State University College of Optometry is hiring an Optician to support patient care and teaching missions across our clinic network. You will assist in ordering ophthalmic materials, communicate with labs, and help patients with frame and lens selections based on prescriptions and needs.

Responsibilities include accurate measurements and order entry, HIPAA-compliant handling of medical records, and providing excellent patient service.