Optometric Technician

Midwest-Eye-Consultants; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage $15.00–$17.00 per hour

6.5 paid holidays per year + 2 floatng

Job summary

Midwest Eye Consultants in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an Optical Technician/Medical Assistant to support doctors with patient care and exams. You will gather histories, conduct preliminary testing, schedule visits, and help keep the exam rooms ready and stocked.

This role emphasizes accurate data collection, clear communication with patients, and teamwork in a fast-paced eye care practice. Training and growth opportunities through the employer's certification program are available.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or better.
• Ability to perform light physical tasks (lift up to 15 lbs).
• Excellent communication and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for eye examinations by explaining procedures.
• Perform preliminary tests and assist doctors as needed.
• Schedule patients and manage flow within the office.
• Prepare exam room and maintain inventory.
• Provide a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Support office manager and clinicians as required.

Skills

Patient histories

Scheduling

Exam room preparation

Clinical assistance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Technician fulfills an important role in providing data that is critical to the doctor in order to provide proper care and treatment to each patient. This individual is responsible for various administrative and clinical functions, including obtaining patient histories, performing preliminary and ancillary testing, scheduling patients, preparing the exam room, and assisting the doctors with any exam needs. They ensure the practice’s quality standards are met, while completing specific, essential responsibilities that pertain to the patient’s experience and effective communication.

POSITION LOCATION: 1601 E Paulding Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46816

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Starting wage of $15.00 - $17.00 per hour based on previous experience
• 6.5 paid holidays per year + 2 Floating Holidays
• Approximately 8 days of PTO within first year
• Full slate of benefits to include health, dental, vision, and 401k
• Growth and wage increase through company paid certification program

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare patients for eye examinations by communicating the features and benefits of our preliminary testing procedures.
• Perform all preliminary and any doctor requested tests on all patients.
• Assist optometrist and ophthalmologist with patient procedures.
• Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays.
• Prepare exam room by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.
• Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for both patients and staff.
• Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by the office manager or team lead, and doctor(s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (per ADA guidelines):

• Physical Activity: Standing for sustained periods of time, Stooping, Grasping, Lifting, Talking, Hearing.
• Physical requirements: Light work. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. on a regular basis from floor to waist, 5 lbs. from waist to shoulder, and 5 lbs. from shoulder to overhead.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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