Optometric Technician - Elevate the Patient Experience

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities; Worthington (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401k matching

PTO & holidays

Paid maternity leave

Eyecare certification reimbursement

Competitive base pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

EyeCare Partners is seeking an Optometric Technician to support our optometrists by performing initial testing and helping prepare patients for exams. This role handles a range of duties using optical equipment to ensure a world-class Total Patient Experience.

The ideal candidate has a background in medical office settings, ophthalmic experience is strongly preferred, and at least one year of customer/patient interaction. The position may require weekend hours and travel to affiliated locations.

Qualifications

• Previous medical office experience preferred; ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year in a role interacting with customers/patients.
• Background check as required by state.
• Proof of identity and right to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA.
• Practice urgency at all times placing value on a patient’s time, as well as the doctor’s time and schedule.
• Operate testing equipment such as manual/auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, and OCT.
• Follow scripting for testing equipment (photos, visual fields, visual activity, etc.).
• Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip.
• Interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times.
• General office duties and cleaning as assigned by manager.
• Create a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused.
• Commitment to work hours that meet the needs of the business which may include weekends, schedule changes or extended schedules.

Skills

Medical office experience

Ophthalmic experience

Customer/patient interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

EyeCare Partners is seeking an Optometric Technician to support our optometrists by performing initial testing and helping prepare patients for exams. This role handles a range of duties using optical equipment to ensure a world-class Total Patient Experience.

The ideal candidate has a background in medical office settings, ophthalmic experience is strongly preferred, and at least one year of customer/patient interaction. The position may require weekend hours and travel to affiliated locations.