Optometric Technician I: Patient Care & Eyecare Support

Keplr Vision; Acworth, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Acworth Family Eyecare in Acworth, Georgia, is seeking an Optometric Technician to support the doctor and ensure a flawless patient experience. You will assist with pre-screening, health history collection, and exam coordination, while educating patients on vision benefits.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of eye care experience, strong communication, and meticulous attention to detail. This is a full-time role focused on delivering high-quality eye care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and professional appearance.
• 1+ years of experience in eye care preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to educate patients on insurance and vision benefits.

Responsibilities

• Pre-screen patients before exams and administer diagnostic tests.
• Gather patient medical history and document it.
• Communicate with doctors, staff, and patients.
• Answer phone calls, greet patients, and schedule appointments.
• Educate patients on insurance coverage and vision benefits.
• Instruct patients on proper contact lens use and care.
• Obtain insurance authorizations and verify benefits.
• Post charges for exams, co-pays, and products sold.
• Assist team to reach individual and team goals.
• Document optometry exams and procedures as performed.
• List diagnoses, symptoms, and follow-up instructions per doctor.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Acworth Family Eyecare in Acworth, Georgia, is seeking an Optometric Technician to support the doctor and ensure a flawless patient experience. You will assist with pre-screening, health history collection, and exam coordination, while educating patients on vision benefits.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of eye care experience, strong communication, and meticulous attention to detail. This is a full-time role focused on delivering high-quality eye care and teamwork.