Optometric Technician - Training Provided!

The Eye Doctors; Manhattan (KS); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Full Benefits Package - Medical,Vision

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Zusammenfassung

The Eye Doctors in Manhattan, KS is seeking an Optometric Technician to support an optometrist and contribute to a world-class Total Patient Experience. The role involves performing initial testing with optical equipment to prepare patients for exams and assisting with various office duties.

Preferred candidates have prior medical office experience, ophthalmic exposure is a plus, and the ability to handle patient interactions with professionalism.

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• Embrace and execute the Total Patient Experience to build relationships with patients while delivering medical support
• Comply with all company policies; adhere to HIPAA
• Be punctual and respectful of both patient and doctor time
• Operate ophthalmic testing equipment (lensometers, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT)
• Follow testing scripts for photos, visual fields, and visual activity
• Clean and maintain examination equipment including tonometer tips
• Interact courteously with all staff; contribute to a positive team environment
• Assist with general office duties and cleaning as assigned
• Commit to work hours that meet business needs, including weekends or schedule changes

Kenntnisse

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Jobbeschreibung

Title:

Optometric Technician

Office

The Eye Doctors

Location

Manhattan, KS 3012 Anderson Ave, Manhattan, KS 66503

PERKS

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive Base Pay
• Employee Discounts

SUMMARY

An Optometric Technician is a valuable asset to an optometrist as they assist in providing a world class Total Patient Experience. This team member is able to handle a wide range of duties while using optical equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Optometrist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/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

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• None

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

LOCATION

• Work is primarily performed in a standard office or clinical setting. However, travel to other locations may be required to carry out essential job duties and responsibilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

NOTE: Job descriptions are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions about jobs. Nothing in this job description restricts management right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.