Optometric Technician: Patient Prep & Vision Care

MyEyeDr.; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision coverage

Associate discounts

Job summary

MyEyeDr. is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Doctors of Optometry by preparing patients for exams, performing preliminary testing, and learning to operate pretest equipment. Training will be provided, and no optical experience is required.

Some weekend and evening shifts are required. You will document patient history, assist with workflow, and help ensure a comfortable experience while delivering a best-in-class patient visit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with the ability to understand/do basic math.
• Someone who is personable, patient and has the ability to comfort patients during screening process.
• Someone who is detailed oriented and who will work closely with the Optometrist.
• Willingness to learn about industry, product, and services.
• Collaborative team player that will provide the best patient experience.
• Prior healthcare/medical/optical background preferred but not required, training will be provided for the right candidate

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients, accurately document existing conditions and complaints, and chart medical history to prep for Optometrist exam
• Maintain a smooth flow of patients to the Doctor and additional office staff throughout appointment
• Ensure patients are comfortable with office procedures to which they will be exposed during appointment
• Through company training learn to use all pretest equipment to perform a range of visual screenings for patients prior to visiting with the doctor
• Conduct contact lens training for applicable patients and other preliminary testing
• Collaborate with doctor(s) and team members to provide seamless patient experience

Skills

Personable

Patient

Detail oriented

Willingness to learn

Collaborative team player

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

MyEyeDr. is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Doctors of Optometry by preparing patients for exams, performing preliminary testing, and learning to operate pretest equipment. Training will be provided, and no optical experience is required.

Some weekend and evening shifts are required. You will document patient history, assist with workflow, and help ensure a comfortable experience while delivering a best-in-class patient visit.