Optometric Technician

Bridgeview Eye Partners; Winchester (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid holidays

PTO

Certification program

Job summary

Bridgeview Eye Partners in Winchester, IN is seeking a dedicated Eye Care Technician to support physicians with exams and patient flow. You will prepare patients, perform preliminary testing, schedule appointments, and maintain a clean, organized exam room to ensure a smooth patient experience.

In this role, you will assist doctors during procedures, manage patient histories, and communicate effectively with staff to uphold quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for eye examinations by communicating the features and benefits of preliminary testing.
• Perform all preliminary and any doctor requested tests on all patients.
• Assist optometrist and ophthalmologist with patient procedures.
• Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, communicating delays as needed.
• Prepare exam room by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.
• Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for patients and staff.
• Perform other duties as determined by office leadership.

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Technician fulfills an important role in providing data that is critical to the doctor in order to provide proper care and treatment to each patient. This individual is responsible for various administrative and clinical functions, including obtaining patient histories, performing preliminary and ancillary testing, scheduling patients, preparing the exam room, and assisting the doctors with any exam needs. They ensure the practice’s quality standards are met, while completing specific, essential responsibilities that pertain to the patient’s experience and effective communication. POSITION LOCATION: 310 S Oak St, Winchester, IN 47394

What We Offer

• Starting wage of $15-$17 per hour, based on previous experience
• 6.5 paid holidays per year + 2 floating holidays
• Approximately 8 days of PTO within first year
• Full slate of benefits to include health, dental, vision, and 401k
• Growth and wage increase through company paid certification program

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for eye examinations by communicating the features and benefits of our preliminary testing procedures.
• Perform all preliminary and any doctor requested tests on all patients.
• Assist optometrist and ophthalmologist with patient procedures.
• Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays.
• Prepare exam room by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.
• Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for both patients and staff.
• Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by the office manager or team lead, and doctor(s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (per ADA guidelines)

• Physical Activity: Standing for sustained periods of time, Stooping, Grasping, Lifting, Talking, Hearing.
• Physical requirements: Light work. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. on a regular basis from floor to waist, 5 lbs. from waist to shoulder, and 5 lbs. from shoulder to overhead.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.