Optometric Technician: Patient-First Eye Care Support

Clarkson Eyecare; Trinity (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401k matching

PTO & holidays

Maternity leave

Competitive base pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

EyeCare Partners is seeking an Optometric Technician to assist in providing a world class Total Patient Experience. This role handles duties while using optical equipment for initial testing to prepare patients for exams with an Optometrist.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in a customer-facing position, ophthalmic experience preferred, and must pass a background check. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is expected; travel to other locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a role interacting with customers or patients.
• Previous medical office experience preferred; ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.
• Must provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States.
• Favorable result on background check as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
• Practice urgency at all times placing value on a patient's time, as well as the doctor's time and schedule
• Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT
• Follow scripting for testing equipment (photos, visual fields, visual activity, etc.)
• Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all time
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
• Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
• Commitment to work hours that meet the needs of the business which may include weekends, schedule changes or an extended schedule

Skills

Customer service

Ophthalmic experience

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

EyeCare Partners is seeking an Optometric Technician to assist in providing a world class Total Patient Experience. This role handles duties while using optical equipment for initial testing to prepare patients for exams with an Optometrist.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in a customer-facing position, ophthalmic experience preferred, and must pass a background check. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is expected; travel to other locations may be required.