Optometric Technician: Patient Care & Diagnostics Champion

joinaegvision; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/STD/LTD

Employee Vision Discount Program

HSA/FSA

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

AEG is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Optometrists and ensure a high-quality patient experience. You will conduct pre-testing, assist with specialty diagnostic testing, and help manage the doctor’s appointment schedule for efficient visits.

You’ll perform preliminary evaluations, interview patients, and help coordinate referrals while maintaining accurate HIPAA-compliant records. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School or GED qualification.
• Strong attention to the details and ability to work under pressure in fast paced environment.
• PC skills to include MC Office, Windows, and Word Processing.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively and professionally collaborate with co-workers and patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary evaluations of patients prior to exam by the Optometrist, such as dilation, topicals, diagnostic medications, Optomap, auto reflector, visual acuity, etc.
• Performs verbal interview with patient prior to visit with Optometrist to determine medical issues and reasons for their visit to provide details to Optometrist.
• May be required to schedule referral appointments with Ophthalmologists, Diagnostic follow-up visits, and other specialty referrals, and complete paperwork.
• Records and maintain patient records / files in compliance with company, federal, and state policies (HIPAA).
• Responds to patient telephone inquiries regarding medication, treatment, problems referring to the Optometrist as necessary.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School or GED qualification

Tools

MC Office

Windows

Word Processing

Job description

AEG is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Optometrists and ensure a high-quality patient experience. You will conduct pre-testing, assist with specialty diagnostic testing, and help manage the doctor’s appointment schedule for efficient visits.

You’ll perform preliminary evaluations, interview patients, and help coordinate referrals while maintaining accurate HIPAA-compliant records. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.