Optometric Tech/Optician — Patient Eyewear Specialist

Functional Behavior Services; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage $17.00 – $24.00

Employee discount

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Uniform allowance

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Eberle Eyecare in Anchorage, Alaska is hiring an Optometric Technician/Optician to support eye exams and eyewear selection. You will greet patients, perform pre-testing, and assist the doctor during exams, with opportunities to grow in a patient-centered, family-focused practice.

Starting wage is $17.00–$24.00 per hour, with benefits including paid time off, holidays, retirement plan, vision insurance, and uniform allowance. Training is provided, and Saturdays may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Optometric Technician or Optician preferred but not required.
• Experience in an optometry or medical office is a plus.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and prepare them for eye exams.
• Perform pre-testing and diagnostic tests (e.g., autorefraction, visual fields, retinal imaging).
• Record patient history and enter data into EHR.
• Maintain and sterilize instruments and exam rooms.
• Help patients select frames and lenses that fit prescription and lifestyle.
• Educate patients on lens options and coatings.
• Take measurements and adjust eyewear.
• Place and track optical orders and manage inventory.
• Support the doctor during exams as needed.
• Ensure high patient satisfaction through follow-up and problem resolution.

Skills

Patient care

Eye exam support

Pre-testing

Data entry into EHR

Frame fitting

Communication

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Eberle Eyecare in Anchorage, Alaska is hiring an Optometric Technician/Optician to support eye exams and eyewear selection. You will greet patients, perform pre-testing, and assist the doctor during exams, with opportunities to grow in a patient-centered, family-focused practice.

Starting wage is $17.00–$24.00 per hour, with benefits including paid time off, holidays, retirement plan, vision insurance, and uniform allowance. Training is provided, and Saturdays may be required.