Optometric Technician — Patient Care & Testing (Full Benefits)

EyeCare Partners; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Clarkson Eyecare in New Bern, NC seeks an Optometric Technician (Doctor's Assistant) to support doctors with preliminary testing and patient intake. You will verify insurances, communicate clearly with patients and staff, and help maintain exam flow using ophthalmoscopic tools and vision testing equipment.

The role requires a High School diploma, strong customer service, and the ability to work full time within a Monday–Friday schedule with potential minimal evenings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year in a customer/patient-facing role preferred.
• Background check in accordance with state requirements.
• Proof of identity and right to work in the United States required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing.
• Verify medical and vision insurances.
• Communicate effectively with patients, doctors, and managers.
• Answer inquiries via phone, email, and in-person requests.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Clarkson Eyecare in New Bern, NC seeks an Optometric Technician (Doctor's Assistant) to support doctors with preliminary testing and patient intake. You will verify insurances, communicate clearly with patients and staff, and help maintain exam flow using ophthalmoscopic tools and vision testing equipment.

The role requires a High School diploma, strong customer service, and the ability to work full time within a Monday–Friday schedule with potential minimal evenings.