Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant

National Vision Inc.; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

National Vision Inc. is seeking an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant to join their team in Christiansburg, Virginia. This entry-level position involves assisting the optometrist with patient care and conducting preliminary tests. Comprehensive training will be provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a career in healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Bonus potential

Comprehensive health and dental insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Opportunities for growth and promotion

Qualifications

• Customer service skills; retail/optical experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to learn optical concepts.
• Clear instruction-giving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality patient care.
• Conduct pre-screenings and tests prior to examinations.
• Maintain optical equipment properly.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Job description

Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant

Join us as an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant at National Vision Inc.

About the Role

The optometric technician is essential for maintaining efficient patient flow, assisting the optometrist by conducting pre-screenings and tests prior to examinations. No optical experience or certification is required; comprehensive training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality patient care.
• Maintain a professional environment in the office and pretest room.
• Understand ocular terminology, diseases, and abbreviations.
• Explain preliminary examinations to patients.
• Complete paperwork and perform testing before doctor examinations.
• Promote visual field testing and retinal screenings.
• Review prescriptions and patient information, noting special needs.
• Maintain optical equipment properly.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills; retail/optical experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to learn optical concepts.
• Clear instruction-giving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Professional appearance and attitude.

Benefits & Additional Information

We offer competitive pay, bonus potential, comprehensive health and dental insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, employee discounts, and opportunities for growth and promotion. Visit www.nationalvision.com to learn more. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Retail