Optometric Technician: Patient-First Vision Testing Pro

EyeCare Partners; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

401k

PTO & Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Job summary

EyeCare Partners is seeking an Optometric Technician to support eye exams and the Total Patient Experience in a clinical setting. You will assist with initial testing using ophthalmic equipment and prepare patients for examinations with optometrists.

The role requires attention to HIPAA compliance, strong patient service skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with potential weekend hours. EyeCare Partners offers full benefits and career growth.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner.
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager.
• Create 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 extended schedule.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

EyeCare Partners is seeking an Optometric Technician to support eye exams and the Total Patient Experience in a clinical setting. You will assist with initial testing using ophthalmic equipment and prepare patients for examinations with optometrists.

The role requires attention to HIPAA compliance, strong patient service skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with potential weekend hours. EyeCare Partners offers full benefits and career growth.