Optometric Technician: Elevate Patient Care & Diagnostics

ECS of Minnesota; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Match

Vision discount program

HSA/FSA

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

AEG is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Optometrists in delivering high-quality patient care. You will conduct pre-testing, assist with diagnostic testing, manage the doctor's schedule, and ensure efficient patient flow from check-in to post-exam.

Responsibilities include preliminary patient evaluations, documenting findings in the EHR, scheduling referrals, handling CPT/billing tasks, and performing contact lens fittings as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating patients for eye exams and dispensing eye exam medications.
• Familiarity with medical terms associated with eye treatment.
• Industry certification (CPO, CPOA, CPOT).

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary evaluations of patients prior to exam by the Optometrist, such as dilation, topicals, diagnostic medications, Optomap, auto reflector, visual acuity, etc.
• Performs verbal interview with patient prior to visit with Optometrist to determine medical issues and reasons for their visit.
• May be required to schedule referral appointments and complete paperwork.
• Records and maintain patient records in compliance with HIPAA and policies.
• Responds to patient telephone inquiries regarding medication, treatment, problems.
• May perform diagnostic testing using specialty equipment (OCT, Visual Field, Pachymetry, Retinal Camera).
• Documents medical findings and communication between Optometrist and patient in EHR; assist with clerical duties.
• Ensures maximum schedule utilization through confirmations and recalls.
• Performs contact lens insertion/removal classes and manages inventory.
• Performs end-of-day responsibilities to include schedule wrap-up and checklist.
• Cleans and organizes frame boards and office area.
• May act as scribe for the Optometrist or perform refractions.
• Performs other duties within the practice.

Skills

Eye exams experience

Dispensing medications

Education

CPO/CPOA/CPOT

Job description

AEG is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Optometrists in delivering high-quality patient care. You will conduct pre-testing, assist with diagnostic testing, manage the doctor's schedule, and ensure efficient patient flow from check-in to post-exam.

Responsibilities include preliminary patient evaluations, documenting findings in the EHR, scheduling referrals, handling CPT/billing tasks, and performing contact lens fittings as needed.