Optometric Technician

Community Health Centers, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Centers, Inc. is seeking an Optometric Technician to deliver first class customer service while supporting the eye care team in a busy clinical setting in New York.

Responsibilities include conducting pre-screening exams, handling patient information, and keeping the exam room organized and ready for procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and at least one year of optical experience; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current/valid BLS certification, or must be obtained within the first 30 days of employment.
• Minimum of 1 yr experience in the optical/tech field preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills; ability to work as part of a team.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-screening exams.
• Process patient information through the computer system.
• Maintain the examination room and prepare it for examinations.

Skills

Team player

Customer service

Communication

Bilingual (preferred)

Integrity

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Skills:

• Effective team player.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication 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.