Optometric Technician/Medical Assistant Part Time

MyEyeDr.; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a high-growth healthcare company as an Optometric Technician, where you'll support Doctors of Optometry and enhance patient experiences. This part-time role offers training in the optical field, ensuring you have the tools to succeed. You'll engage with patients, conduct preliminary tests, and maintain a smooth patient flow, all while being part of a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional vision care. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that allows you to help others while growing professionally, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Vision Coverage

Associate Discounts on Products

Role-specific Training Programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required, with basic math understanding.
• Detail-oriented and capable of working closely with the Optometrist.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients and document conditions for Optometrist exams.
• Learn to use pretest equipment for visual screenings.

Skills

Patient Consultation

Basic Math

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Comforting Patients

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Pretest Equipment

Job description

Optometric Technician/Medical Assistant Part Time

About the role
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, including 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. Join our team today and help provide the highest quality vision care to our patients. This role reports to the Office General Manager but will directly support our Doctor(s). Some weekend and evening shifts required.

The wage range for this position is $16.00 to $20.50 hourly, commensurate with experience. The company complies with all state and local wage and hour laws, and the minimum pay range will always be at or above the applicable minimum wage.

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 appointments.
• Ensure patients are comfortable with office procedures to which they will be exposed during appointments.
• 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 a seamless patient experience.

About You

• High School Diploma/GED with the ability to understand/do basic math.
• Personable, patient, and able to comfort patients during the screening process.
• Detail-oriented and capable of working closely with the Optometrist.
• Willingness to learn about the 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.
• Participate in our Vision coverage and associate discounts on our products.

Introduction | MyEyeDr.

MyEyeDr. is a high-growth, premier healthcare company focused on total vision care with a unique retail experience. Our trusted community doctors and knowledgeable teams are dedicated to helping our patients live their best lives by delivering exceptional, personalized experiences in every interaction.

This role provides a chance for you to build your professional career with an organization that prioritizes the care of our associates and patients. If you are inspired by a career focused on helping others and providing quality care while continuously growing professionally, we encourage you to apply and start your journey with MyEyeDr.

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 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.