Optometric Technician

Community Health Centers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition / training reimbursement

10 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Community Health Centers in Orlando, Florida is seeking an Optometric Technician to provide first-class customer service and support in patient care. Responsibilities include conducting pre-screening exams, managing patient information, and ensuring smooth operation of the examination room. Candidates must have a high school diploma, BLS certification (or obtain within 30 days), and preferably one year of experience in the optical/tech field. The role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Current/valid BLS certification, or must be obtained within the first 30 days of employment.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in the optical/tech field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-class customer service.
• Conduct pre-screening exams.
• Process patient information through the computer system.
• Maintain the operation of the examination room.

Skills

Effective team player

Exceptional customer service skills

Outstanding oral and written communications skills

Bilingual

Strong ethics and integrity

Self-motivated with strong organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A career at Community Health Centers offers a unique opportunity to join a team that makes a real impact in our community every day, by improving individuals' health while enhancing their quality of life.

Top Reasons to Work at Community Health Centers

• No weekends for the majority of our centers, 10 Paid Holidays and early Fridays.
• A great benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan, and more.
• Competitive compensation with advancement opportunities and tuition / training reimbursement.
• Awarded "Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation" for five consecutive years.
• Awarded "Top 100 Workplaces for Growing Families" by Orlando Sentinel.
• Modernized and attractive health centers, that patients love.

Job Summary

The Optometric Technician is responsible for first‑class customer service and for performing one or more of the following assignments: conducting pre‑screening exams, processing patient’s information through the computer system, and maintaining the operation of the examination room.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Certification

• Current/valid BLS certification, or must be obtained within the first 30 days of employment.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 yr experience in the optical/tech field preferred.

Special Skills

• Effective team player.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communications skills.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Strong ethics and a high level of personal and professional integrity.
• Self‑motivated with strong organizational skills.

Other Requirements

• Able to work flexible hours as needed.