Optometric Technician & Patient Care Specialist

AEG Vision; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/STD/LTD

PTO

Paid Holidays

HSA/FSA

Job summary

AEG Vision is seeking an Optometric Technician in Melbourne, FL. You will work with Optometrists to support all patient care and education, ensuring high‑quality experiences from start to finish.

You will conduct pre‑testing, assist with specialty diagnostics, manage the doctor’s schedule, and document clinical findings in the EHR system while maintaining HIPAA compliance. This role emphasizes teamwork and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating patients for eye exams and dispensing medications.
• Familiarity with medical terms associated with eye treatment.
• Experience maintaining patients’ records / files per HIPAA regulations.
• Industry certification (CPO, CPOA, CPOT).

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary evaluations of patients prior to exam by the Optometrist, such as dilation, topicals, diagnostic medications, Optomap, auto refractor, visual acuity.
• Performs verbal interview with patient prior to visit with Optometrist to determine medical issues and reasons for visit.
• May schedule referral appointments and complete paperwork.
• Records and maintain patient records in EHR and HIPAA compliant systems.
• Responds to patient telephone inquiries regarding medication and treatment.
• May perform diagnostic testing using specialty equipment (OCT, Visual Field, Pachymetry, Retinal Camera).
• Ensures maximum schedule utilization through pre-appointment confirmations and recall outreach.
• Performs contact lens insertion/removal classes and manages inventory.
• End-of-day wrap-up tasks and office organization.

Skills

Eye exam experience

HIPAA records

Medical terminology

CPO/CPOA/CPOT

Education

High School or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

AEG Vision is seeking an Optometric Technician in Melbourne, FL. You will work with Optometrists to support all patient care and education, ensuring high‑quality experiences from start to finish.

You will conduct pre‑testing, assist with specialty diagnostics, manage the doctor’s schedule, and document clinical findings in the EHR system while maintaining HIPAA compliance. This role emphasizes teamwork and continuous learning.