Optometric Technician

Aventure Staffing; Missouri Valley (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier eye care practice in the Missouri Valley area seeks an Optometric Assistant/Technician to join their team. Full-time, Monday through Friday, with hands-on training and support to obtain industry certifications (CPO/CPOA).

Responsibilities include diagnostic testing, patient care, and clinic operations. Compensation ranges from $17 to $19 per hour depending on experience, with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; computer literacy required.
• Experience in optometry or optical setting preferred.
• Active CPO/CPOA certification or interest with study materials provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic tests (OCT, retinal photography, visual fields) and gather patient histories.
• Assist patients with eyeglass selection and educate on contact lens care and replacement schedules.
• Prepare charts, verify insurance benefits, and maintain patient information.
• Ensure exam rooms are cleaned, disinfected, and ready for use throughout the day.

Skills

Diagnostic equipment

Customer service

Team player

HS diploma

Optometry experience

CPO/CPOA certification

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Clinic software

Job description

Optometric Technician Full-time, Monday-Friday Pay: $17-$19/hour

A premier, growing eye care practice in the Missouri Valley area is seeking a motivated Optometric Assistant / Technician to join their team.

Whether you are an experienced optometric technician or an enthusiastic candidate eager to learn, this role offers hands-on training, ongoing professional development, and support to obtain industry certifications (CPO / CPOA).

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care & Testing: Conduct specialized diagnostic tests (OCT, Retinal Photography, Visual Fields) and gather comprehensive patient medical histories.
• Vision Care Guidance: Assist patients with eyeglass selection and educate them on proper contact lens care, insertion, removal, and replacement schedules.
• Administrative Support: Perform chart preparation, verify insurance benefits, and manage patient information.
• Clinic Operations: Ensure exam rooms are open, disinfected, and properly prepped throughout the day.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High comfort level working with modern diagnostic equipment and clinic software.
• Excellent customer service, organization, and communication skills.
• Strong team-player mindset with high standards for patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent; computer literacy required.
• Prior experience in an optometry or optical setting is preferred.
• Active CPO/CPOA certification or interest in pursuing certification (study materials and support provided) a plus.

Compensation Pay rate $17 to $19/hour, depending on experience.

Aventure Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A drug screen and background may be required.