Optometric Technician - Training & Growth Opportunities

MyEyeDr.; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Bonus potential

Medical and dental coverage

Job summary

MyEyeDr. is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Doctors of Optometry with preliminary testing and measurements, preparing patients for visits, and learning pretest procedures. Training is provided, and some weekend/evening shifts are required to accommodate patient care needs.

This role offers wage range $16.00–$20.50 per hour, with experience-based commensurate pay. Eligible benefits and growth opportunities are described in the posting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with the ability to understand/do basic math.
• Personable, patient and has the ability to comfort patients during screening process.
• Detail oriented and 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

People skills

Patient empathy

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

MyEyeDr. is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Doctors of Optometry with preliminary testing and measurements, preparing patients for visits, and learning pretest procedures. Training is provided, and some weekend/evening shifts are required to accommodate patient care needs.

This role offers wage range $16.00–$20.50 per hour, with experience-based commensurate pay. Eligible benefits and growth opportunities are described in the posting.