Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant

America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant to join their team. This entry-level role offers a fantastic opportunity to support patient care in a healthcare setting, with no prior optical experience required as training will be provided. Enjoy Sundays off while working in a professional environment that values attention to detail and customer service. The company offers competitive pay, bonuses, and a range of benefits, including health and dental insurance, 401k with match, and employee discounts. If you are looking to grow in the healthcare field, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• No optical experience or certification needed; training provided.
• Attention to detail and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality patient care and maintain a professional environment.
• Perform exam pre-screening and explain preliminary examinations to patients.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to learn optical knowledge

Clear instruction-giving skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Time management

Professional appearance

Professional attitude

Job description

Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant

Join us as an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant at America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses.

About the company: America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the U.S., with over 1000 stores. We provide a combined experience of eyewear and eye care at affordable prices. Learn more at AmericasBest.com.

Role overview: The optometric technician supports efficient patient flow, assists with pre-screenings and testing, and helps ensure high-quality care. No optical experience or certification needed; training provided! Enjoy Sundays off.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure high-quality patient care.
2. Maintain a professional environment.
3. Understand ocular terminology and diseases.
4. Explain preliminary examinations to patients.
5. Complete paperwork and perform testing prior to examinations.
6. Promote visual field and retinal screenings.
7. Perform exam pre-screening.
8. Review prescriptions and patient info, consult as needed.
9. Maintain equipment properly.

Ideal candidate:

• Customer service skills.
• Ability to learn optical knowledge.
• Clear instruction-giving skills.
• Interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Multitasking and time management.
• Professional appearance and attitude.

Benefits:

Competitive pay, bonuses, health and dental insurance, 401k with match, paid time off and holidays, parental leave, employee discounts, and growth opportunities. Visit NationalVision.com for more info.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job details:

• Level: Entry level
• Type: Full-time
• Function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare