Optometric Technician | Patient Care & Frame Fitting

Swick Home Services; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Uniform allowance

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Eberle Eyecare in Anchorage, Alaska is hiring an Optometric Technician/Optician to support eye exams and eyewear services. Join a patient-centered, family-focused team with strong care values and community involvement.

The role offers training if needed, weekend hours, and a wage range depending on education and experience. Opportunity for growth, screen-based testing, and direct patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Optometric Technician or Optician preferred but not required.
• Experience in an optometry or medical office is a plus.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Must be dependable and able to work normal office hours including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and prepare them for eye exams.
• Perform pre-testing and diagnostic tests (e.g., autorefraction, visual fields, retinal imaging).
• Record patient history and enter data into electronic health records (EHR).
• Maintain and sterilize instruments and exam rooms.
• Help patients select frames and lenses that best fit their prescription, style, and lifestyle needs.
• Educate patients on lens options (e.g., anti-reflective coatings, progressives, blue-light protection).
• Take accurate measurements (PD, segment height, etc.) and adjust/fit eyewear.
• Place and track optical orders, manage inventory, and handle frame repairs.
• Ensure high patient satisfaction through follow-up and problem resolution.
• Assist the doctor during exams as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Organized

Job description

Eberle Eyecare in Anchorage, Alaska is hiring an Optometric Technician/Optician to support eye exams and eyewear services. Join a patient-centered, family-focused team with strong care values and community involvement.

The role offers training if needed, weekend hours, and a wage range depending on education and experience. Opportunity for growth, screen-based testing, and direct patient care.