Optometric Technician/Medical Assistant

MyEyeDr.; Cold Spring (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical and dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

PTO and paid holidays from day one

Job summary

MyEyeDr. is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Doctors of Optometry by preparing patients and performing preliminary testing. Training will be provided, and some weekend/evening shifts are required. You’ll help with pretests, document patient history, and ensure a smooth flow of visits.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, are patient and detail oriented, and eager to learn about eye care. Healthcare/optical background is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to learn about the optical industry and procedures.
• Basic math ability and comfortable with measurements.
• Personable and patient; able to comfort patients during screening.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients, document medical history and complaints for prep.
• Maintain smooth flow of patients to the Doctor and staff.
• Ensure patients are comfortable with procedures they will undergo.
• Learn to operate pretest equipment for visual screenings.
• Provide contact lens training where applicable and conduct preliminary tests.
• Collaborate with doctors and team for a seamless patient experience.

Skills

People skills

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pretest equipment

Job description

Description

About the role

See yourself starting a new career journey? As an Optometric Technician for MyEyeDr. you play an essential role by providing direct support to our Doctors of Optometry in preparing the patient for their visit inclusive of preliminary testing and measurements. No optical experience? No problem! You will be provided training and tools needed to learn about an industry that delivers our patients a best-in-class experience to help them see and live their best lives. This role reports to the Office General Manager but will directly support our Doctor(s). Some weekend and evenings shifts required.

You Will

• Consult with patients, accurately document existing conditions and complaints, and chart medical history to prep for Optometrist exam
• Maintain a smooth flow of patients to the Doctor and additional office staff throughout appointment
• Ensure patients are comfortable with office procedures to which they will be exposed during appointment
• Through company training learn to use all pretest equipment to perform a range of visual screenings for patients prior to visiting with the doctor
• Conduct contact lens training for applicable patients and other preliminary testing
• Collaborate with doctor(s) and team members to provide seamless patient experience

About You

• High School Diploma/GED with the ability to understand/do basic math
• Someone who is personable, patient and has the ability to comfort patients during screening process
• Someone who is detailed oriented and who will work closely with the Optometrist
• Willingness to learn about industry, product, and services
• Collaborative team player that will provide the best patient experience
• Prior healthcare/medical/optical background preferred but not required, training will be provided for the right candidate

Growth With Us

• Grow and develop your career through role specific training programs
• Potential to earn bonuses
• Participate in a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, tax-free savings plans, life insurance and more
• Participate in our Vision coverage and associate discounts on our products
• Participate in our 401(k) with competitive company match
• Accrue PTO and paid holidays from day one

Introduction | MyEyeDr.

This role provides a chance for you to build your professional career with an organization that is purposeful and whose values drive actions. You would have the opportunity to prioritize the care of our associates and our patients, to connect the knowledge of our talented teams to our patients’ needs, and to work in a fun, inclusive environment as part of a collaborative team. We are in search of that unique individual who is inspired by a career focused on helping others and providing quality care while continuously growing professionally and improving MyEyeDr. in meaningful ways.

MyEyeDr. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. MyEyeDr. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.