Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Part Time - Bilingual Spanish

National Vision; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement savings with company match

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

College scholarship program

College scholarship program

Job summary

A leading optical retailer is seeking a part-time Optometric Technician in Cumming, Georgia. This role involves conducting pre-screenings and assisting the optometrist, ensuring a high-quality patient experience. Bilingual candidates fluent in English and Spanish are preferred, though prior optical experience is not required as training will be provided. The position offers Sundays off and various benefits including a 401k and employee discounts. Join a supportive team where you can thrive and grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Fluent in reading and speaking both English and Spanish.
• Ability to learn optical knowledge.
• Previous retail/optical experience preferred, but not required.
• Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fluent in English and Spanish

Effective interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking and time-management skills

Job description

Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Part Time - Bilingual Spanish

• Part-time

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 over 1,000 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!

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 the 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.
• Detail-oriented.
• Multitasking and time-management skills.
• Professional attitude and appearance.

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.
• Parental leave.
• Employee eyewear discount.
• College scholarship program.

Focus on Professional Growth and Career Fulfillment

• 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.