Optometric Technician — Growth & Leadership in Eye Care

AEG Vision; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; 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 is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Optometrists with pre-testing, diagnostic testing, and patient education. You will help manage appointment schedules for efficient, high-quality experiences and assist with post-exam tasks and documentation in the EHR system.

The role involves performing preliminary evaluations, scheduling referrals, handling contact lens activities, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA while maintaining a clean, organized practice environment.

Qualifications

• High School or GED qualification.
• Strong attention to the details and ability to work under pressure in fast paced environment.
• PC skills to include MC Office, Windows, and Word Processing.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively and professionally collaborate with co‑workers and patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-testing procedures and specialty diagnostic testing alongside Optometrists.
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• Manages the doctor’s appointment schedule to ensure efficient patient flow.
• Documents medical findings in EHR and maintains HIPAA-compliant records.
• Schedule referrals and follow-up visits as needed.
• Handle post-exam tasks and end-of-day duties.
• Explain contact lens insertion/removal and manage inventory.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the practice.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

CPO/CPOT/CPOA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows

Word processing

Job description

AEG Vision is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Optometrists with pre-testing, diagnostic testing, and patient education. You will help manage appointment schedules for efficient, high-quality experiences and assist with post-exam tasks and documentation in the EHR system.

The role involves performing preliminary evaluations, scheduling referrals, handling contact lens activities, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA while maintaining a clean, organized practice environment.