Optometric Technician

Delawareeyecare; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and optical coverage

401K and disability (short & long-term

Company paid life insurance

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Paid parking where applicable

Team oriented working environment

Clear career ladder opportunities

Job summary

Delaware Eye Care Center in Rudnick, DE is seeking a patient-focused Optometric Technician to join our full-time team. No nights or Sundays, robust benefits, and a clear career ladder in a collaborative setting.

The role supports optometrists with pre-exam testing, instrument maintenance, vision testing, and patient education on lens care and contact lenses. At least one year of direct patient care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of verifiable optometric tech or direct patient care experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Initial patient work-up including chief complaint and history.
• Measure visual acuities and intraocular pressures.
• Perform external slit lamp examination and eye drops administration.
• Scribe in EMR to document visits and examinations.
• Assist with stocking supplies and maintaining exam room cleanliness.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ophthalmic instruments

EMR documentation

Job description

Delaware Eye Care Center is searching for a patient focused, skilledOptometric Technicianfor our Rudnick, DE office - No nights, no major holidays or Sundays, a robust benefits package, a team-oriented working environment where you are heard and respected as well as clear career ladder opportunities.

Delaware Eye Care Centersis dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, individually based, high quality, eye health care.Our doctors are board-certified, skilled ophthalmologists and optometrists that provide a range of services to help our patients attain the clearest vision possible.Our services cover a range of eye problems, including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disorders, dry eye, and ocular injuries. We have the common goal of ascertaining the most appropriate care for any given patient, explaining the purpose of the treatment, and in initiating said therapy in a courteous and compassionate manner, irrespective of age, gender, nationality, and race or payment program.

TheOptometric Technicianplay a crucial role by assisting optometrists in providing eye care services to patients. Responsibilities will include conducting pre-examination tests, maintaining ophthalmic instruments, and assisting with vision tests and measurements. They may also conduct contact lens education including insertion and removal training. provide patient education on lens care, frame adjustments, and contact lens handling.

Our Top Candidate will bring at least one year of previous, verifiable experience as an optometric technician or medical assistance with a focus on direct patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Initial work up of patients such as gathering chief complaint, ocular and systemic history, past family and social history and complete review of systems
• Measuring visual acuities, intraocular pressures, confrontational fields, EOMS, and more
• Performing external slit lamp examination and administering eye drops
• Scribe in electronic medical records format to document the patient visit and examination
• Assist with stocking supplies, ensuring cleanliness of patient exams room and other administrative or clinical duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors
• Basic computer literacy required

In Turn We Will Provide:

• Benefits to full-time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities

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