Optometric Technician

Enochs Eye Care; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Enochs Eye Care is seeking an Optometric Technician to join a private practice with a patient-focused approach. The ideal candidate will have optometric/ophthalmic experience and be comfortable performing work-ups, diagnostic testing, and assisting the doctor with patient care.

The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining excellent patient interactions and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in an optometric/ophthalmic setting preferred.
• Experience performing patient work-ups and diagnostic testing preferred.
• Comfortable working with patients of all ages.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a busy clinic.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient work-ups prior to examinations.
• Obtain and document patient histories.
• Conduct preliminary testing and diagnostic procedures (VA, refraction, visual fields, OCT, fundus photography, IOP).
• Prepare patients and assist doctors during examinations.
• Document test results in the EMR.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment.
• Explain procedures to patients and answer questions.
• Provide excellent patient care and support clinic flow.
• Maintain clean, organized clinical areas.
• Follow office policies and privacy requirements.
• Perform other clinical and administrative duties.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Professional appearance

Punctuality

Independence

Tools

OfficeMate

ExamWriter by Eyefinity

Job description

Enochs Eye Care is seeking a motivated, dependable, and patient-focused Optometric Technician to join our private practice. The ideal candidate will have experience working in an optometric or ophthalmic setting and be comfortable performing patient work-ups, diagnostic testing, and assisting the doctor with patient care.

We are looking for someone who is professional, detail-oriented, friendly, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient work-ups prior to the patient's examination with the doctor.
• Obtain and document patient medical and ocular histories.
• Perform preliminary testing and diagnostic procedures, including:
  • Visual acuity
  • Refraction/pre-testing
  • Visual fields
  • OCT
  • Fundus photography
  • IOP/tonometry
  • Other diagnostic testing as directed
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist the doctor as needed.
• Accurately document test results and patient information in the electronic medical record.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment appropriately.
• Explain testing procedures to patients and answer basic questions in a professional and courteous manner.
• Provide excellent patient care and maintain a positive patient experience.
• Assist with patient flow and maintain efficient clinic operations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked clinical areas.
• Follow office policies, procedures, and patient privacy requirements.
• Perform other clinical and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an optometric or ophthalmic office preferred.
• Experience performing patient work-ups and diagnostic testing strongly preferred.
• Comfortable working directly with patients of all ages.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy office.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Previous experience with OfficeMate and/or ExamWriter by Eyefinity is a plus, but not required.

Schedule & Compensation

• Part-time or full-time position available.
• Some Saturdays are required.
• Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.