Optometric Technician: Precision Patient Care & Diagnostics

joinaegvision; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/STD/LTD

Employee Vision Discount Program

HSA/FSA

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

AEG is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Optometrists in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care. You will conduct pre-exams, assist with diagnostic testing, and manage the doctor’s schedule to ensure smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include patient interviews, scheduling referrals, maintaining EHRs, and handling post-exam tasks. Prior exposure to eye care and HIPAA familiarity are valued in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environment.
• PC skills including MS Office, Windows, and word processing.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with coworkers and patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary evaluations before exam by the Optometrist (dilation, topicals, diagnostic meds, Optomap, auto refractor, VA).
• Schedule referrals and complete related paperwork; manage appointments to ensure efficiency.
• Maintain patient records in compliance with HIPAA and company policies.
• Operate diagnostic testing equipment as assigned (OCT, Visual Field, Pachymetry, retinal camera).
• Confirm daily appointments and reschedule no-shows or recalls as needed.
• Assist with scribe duties or refractions as required.
• Handle contact lens insertions/removals and inventory; process orders.
• Complete end-of-day wrap-up and maintain clean, organized work areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Verbal & written comms

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

OCT

Visual Field

Pachymetry

Retinal Camera

Job description

AEG is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Optometrists in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care. You will conduct pre-exams, assist with diagnostic testing, and manage the doctor’s schedule to ensure smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include patient interviews, scheduling referrals, maintaining EHRs, and handling post-exam tasks. Prior exposure to eye care and HIPAA familiarity are valued in a fast-paced clinic environment.