Optometric Technician: Elevate Patient Care & Diagnostics

AEG Vision; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/STD/LTD

Employee Vision Discount Program

HSA/FSA

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

AEG Vision seeks an Optometric Technician to support the Optometrist, helping deliver comprehensive patient care and education for a high‑quality experience from start to finish.

You will perform pre‑testing, assist with diagnostic testing, manage the doctor’s schedule, and maintain HIPAA-compliant patient records to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Join a collaborative team that values leadership, learning, and compassionate service to the community.

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating patients for eye exams and dispensing medications.
• Familiarity with medical terms related to eye care.
• Experience maintaining patient records per HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-exam evaluations and assist with testing.
• Schedule referrals and manage related paperwork.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant patient records and documentation.
• Support Optometrist and handle administrative duties.
• Ensure efficient schedule utilization and recall outreach.

Skills

Eye care experience

HIPAA knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

EMR/EHR

MS Office

Job description

AEG Vision seeks an Optometric Technician to support the Optometrist, helping deliver comprehensive patient care and education for a high‑quality experience from start to finish.

You will perform pre‑testing, assist with diagnostic testing, manage the doctor’s schedule, and maintain HIPAA-compliant patient records to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Join a collaborative team that values leadership, learning, and compassionate service to the community.