Optometric Technician: Eye Exams & Patient Care

VSP Vision; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

VSP Vision is seeking a team-oriented clinical assistant to support optometrists during eye examinations, perform pre-testing, collect patient history, and guide patients through the clinical experience.

The role involves handling measurements, device operation, contact lens education, documentation, and collaboration with doctors and staff to maintain smooth patient flow; prior office or medical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisting optometrist or clinical support is preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients before the examination by gathering information about the patient's vision and medical history, explaining the exam process, and documenting all needed information in the patient's record.
• Able to work well with technology and various clinical instruments, taking measurements, and administering tests to determine the visual capabilities of the patient in preparation for the vision examination.
• Perform contact lens insertion; educate and train patients on contact lens insertion and removal
• Order contact lenses of various types of materials and designs and manage contact lens trials inventory
• Administer topical ophthalmic and dilation medications
• Scribe for the doctor and translate as needed
• Prioritize patient care and patient flow while communicating effectively with doctors, staff, and patients
• Perform, under the direction of the Optometrist, some therapy exercises or procedures with the patient
• Assist in other areas of the office as necessary, such as answering phones, verifying insurance, checking in patients, scanning charts, maintaining a clean office, and checking patients in and out
• Work on special projects, cross-train in different departments, and perform other related duties as assigned or requested

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Documentation

Tools

MS Office

Job description

VSP Vision is seeking a team-oriented clinical assistant to support optometrists during eye examinations, perform pre-testing, collect patient history, and guide patients through the clinical experience.

The role involves handling measurements, device operation, contact lens education, documentation, and collaboration with doctors and staff to maintain smooth patient flow; prior office or medical experience preferred.