Optometric Technician

Community Health Centers, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Centers, Inc. is seeking an Optometric Technician to deliver first-class customer service and support optical examinations. Responsibilities include pre-screening, processing patient data in the clinic system, and keeping the examination room organized and ready for procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification (or within 30 days), and about one year of experience in optical/tech settings. Flex hours are possible to meet clinic needs and patient flow.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide first-class customer service and conduct pre-screening exams as assigned.
• Process patient information in the computer system.
• Maintain the examination room and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Oral communication

Written communication

Bilingual

Integrity

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

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 1yr 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.