Optometric Technician

Atlanta Eye Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Optometrist Assistant in a vibrant practice, where you will play a crucial role in supporting eye care professionals. This position combines both administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring that patients receive top-notch care and service. You'll engage with patients, conduct diagnostic tests, and maintain a well-organized environment. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced setting. If you are passionate about eye care and enjoy working in a collaborative atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine and grow within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Commission

Daily Revenue Bonuses

Continuing Education and Training

Family and Friends Discounts

Team Outings/Dinners

Eye Exams

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic tests and record vision measurements.
• Instruct patients on contact lens care and prepare examination rooms.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency with automated equipment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

The duties of an Optometrist Assistant can be both administrative and clinical. Optometrist Assistants help Optometrists by conducting diagnostic tests, recording and measuring vision, testing eye function, instructing patients in inserting and caring for contact lenses, preparing examination rooms, cleaning and arranging equipment, answering phones, making appointments, handling bookkeeping, and other tasks as needed.

Optometrist Assistants should have strong organizational, interpersonal, and communications skills. They are often charged with multiple tasks in different areas at the same time, and, thus, they should also be good multitaskers.

Benefits Include:

1. Competitive Pay
2. Commission
3. Daily Revenue Bonuses
4. Continuing Education and Training
5. Family and Friends Discounts
6. Team Outings/Dinners
7. Eye Exams

Education:

1. High School Diploma/GED Required
2. Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in related field is desirable

Job Skills:

1. Demonstrate success in a retail, office environment addressing a broad spectrum of patient requirements and preferences.
2. Demonstrate ability to establish positive patient rapport and build relationships to establish repeat customer trends.
3. Strong communication skills (oral and written).
4. Must possess the ability to multi-task and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
5. Ability to be proactive and utilize problem-solving skills to identify and resolve patient issues or concerns.
6. Proficiency in utilization of automated equipment and systems standard to the optometry industry.
7. This position requires the ability to communicate, exchange information, and work in a team-oriented environment.
8. Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice.
9. Ability to interact with all levels of employees and patients in a courteous and professional manner at all times.

*This position is based at our Lenox Square location.