Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Bilingual

DFW Nonprofit Resource Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the optical retail sector is seeking a bilingual Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant to enhance patient care and streamline pre-examination processes. The role demands a professional attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with clients. With training provided, this position offers new entrants a chance to grow within a supportive environment focused on quality care and professional development.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

401k retirement savings with company match

Paid personal time off

Employee eyewear discount

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Preferred but not required: previous retail/optical experience.
• Ability to learn optical knowledge and explain procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-screenings and assist the optometrist.
• Maintain the professional atmosphere of the doctor's office.
• Perform necessary paperwork and testing prior to examinations.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Detailed oriented

Multitasking

Job description

Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Bilingual

America's Best

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Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Bilingual

America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The America's Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting. Each location combines both parts of the optical equation - eyewear and eye care - into one excellent experience at a single low price.

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At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

The optometric technician is key for keeping patient flow efficient, assisting the optometrist by conducting pre-screenings and testing prior to the Doctor's examination. The valuable vision tests they conduct help the optometrist provide the best care possible. This position does not require optical experience or certification, training provided!

How would you like Sundays off? Yes, every Sunday we're closed!

What would you do? - The Specifics

Ensure high quality patient care.

Maintain a professional atmosphere and appearance of doctor's office and pretest room.

Understand ocular terminology and diseases and know the ocular abbreviations.

Explain to the patient the types of preliminary examinations.

Complete necessary paperwork and perform testing on patients prior to doctor examination.

Promote visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients.

Perform exam pre-screening.

Review prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identify special needs. Consult with the optician, Doctor or Retail Management when necessary.

Ensure equipment, both Doctor's and pre-test, is properly maintained.

Are you the right fit? - The Suitable Talent

Fluent in reading and speaking both English and Spanish.

Previous retail/optical experience preferred, but not required.

Ability to learn optical knowledge.

Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers.

Effective interpersonal skills.

Excellent organizational skills.

Detailed oriented.

Multitasking and time-management skills.

Professional attitude and appearance.

Taking care of our people

We understand the importance of financial health and security, and because of that, we provide competitive compensation to all Associates - including bonus potential for every position in the store! We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401k retirement savings with company match, flex spending account, paid personal time off, paid company holidays, parental leave, employee eyewear discount and much, much more. At National Vision, we strive to deliver opportunities for professional growth and long-term career fulfillment. We provide training programs, access to educational courses and pride ourselves on the ever-increasing amount of promotions from within.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.