Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Part Time

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement savings with company

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

College scholarship program

Job summary

Eyeglass World is seeking an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant for a part-time role. You will support doctors, assist with pretest procedures, and help patients understand preliminary exams in a fashion-forward optical environment.

You’ll work with a team that blends healthcare with style, ensuring customers not only see clearly but also look amazing. Sundays off are available as part of the schedule. Join a nationwide brand focused on quality eye care and affordable eyewear.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask with time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensures high quality patient care in a clinical and retail setting.
• Maintains a professional atmosphere and appearance of the doctor’s office and pretest room.
• Understands ocular terminology and diseases and knows ocular abbreviations.
• Explains to the patient the types of preliminary examinations.
• Completes necessary paperwork and performs testing on patients prior to doctor examination.
• Promotes visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients.
• Reviews prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identifies special needs.
• Consults with the optician, Doctor or Retail Management when necessary.
• Fills out referral forms and follow-up paperwork as required.
• Maintains accurate and organized patient records.
• Ensures equipment, both Doctor’s and pre-test, is properly maintained.
• Orders and maintains supplies and pharmaceuticals as directed.
• Follows all store and corporate policies and procedures.
• Participates in mandatory communications meetings to stay informed on policy changes.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Time-management

Job description

Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Part Time

• Part-time
• Salary Range: $15.75 - $18.33 per hour
• Compensation: USD 15.75 - USD 18.33 - hourly

Join Eyeglass World and be part of a team that’s transforming how people see and look.With 100+ stores nationwide, we are known for fashion-forward eyewear, quality eye care, affordable prices, and same-day service.For more details about Eyeglass Word, visit EyeglassWorld.com .

Working at Eyeglass World also means you are a part of a larger family of brands at National Vision. At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. That’s why we make quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible for all.

If you are passionate about fashion, love helping people, and want to support doctors in providing quality eye care,our Optometric Technician role is the perfect fit.You will be part of a team that blends healthcare with style, ensuring customers not only see clearly but also look amazing.

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

What would you do? – The Specifics

• Ensures high quality patient care.
• Maintains a professional atmosphere and appearance of doctor’s office and pretest room.
• Understands ocular terminology and diseases and knows the ocular abbreviations.
• Explains to the patient the types of preliminary examinations.
• Completes necessary paperwork and performs testing on patients prior to doctor examination.
• Promotes visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients.
• Reviews prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identifies special needs. Consults with the optician, Doctor or Retail Management when necessary.
• Fills out referral forms and follow-up paperwork as required.
• Maintains accurate and organized patient records.
• Ensures equipment, both Doctor’s and pre-test, is properly maintained.
• Orders and maintains supplies and pharmaceuticals as directed.
• Follows all store and corporate policies and procedures.
• Participates in regularly scheduled mandatory communications meetings in order to keep informed of changes in corporate policies and initiatives.

Are you the right fit? – The Suitable Talent

• 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.
• Detail-oriented.
• Multitasking and time-management skills.

At National Vision, we reward hard work with competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and a benefits package to support you and your family now and in the future.

Our Benefits Include:

• *401k retirement savings with company match and stock purchase plan
• *Paid sick time
• *Parental leave
• *Employee eyewear discount
• *College scholarship program

Focus on professional growth and long-term career fulfillment:

• *Training programs available
• * Access to educational courses
• *Emphasis on internal promotions and career advancement.

At National Vision, you’ll enjoy more than just a job – you’ll have the chance to thrive in a rewarding career, surrounded by a supportive team and endless opportunities for growth. Join us today and see your future clearly!

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.