Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Bilingual

America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Optometric Technician who is bilingual in English and Spanish. This exciting role involves assisting optometrists by conducting essential pre-screenings and tests, ensuring a smooth patient flow, and providing top-notch care. No prior optical experience is necessary as training will be provided. Join a forward-thinking company that values professional growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, retirement savings, and employee discounts. If you're passionate about helping others and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Employee Eyewear Discount

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Spanish with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to learn optical knowledge and perform pre-screening tests.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high quality patient care and maintain a professional atmosphere.
• Conduct pre-screenings and testing prior to the Doctor's examination.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Bilingual

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Base pay range

$14.81/hr - $18.33/hr

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.

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!

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.
• Strong customer service skills.
• 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.

We expect to accept applications until 05/05/2025.

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.

Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care