Optometry Tech: Patient Care & Eye Exam Prep

The Indian Health Service; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking an Optometry Technician in the Optometry Department at PIMC in Phoenix, AZ. The incumbent provides front-line eye care services and supports patient data collection in an ambulatory setting under supervision.

Required is at least one year of specialized experience in preparing patients for eye examinations, scheduling, maintaining equipment, and documenting test results in electronic health records, with strict attention to infection control and privacy

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in preparing patients for eye examinations and collecting data.
• Experience operating and maintaining optometric equipment and instruments.
• Ability to document patient care activities and test results in electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Serve as front-line health care personnel in the Optometry Department.
• Perform eye care services and technical tasks under supervision.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments while maintaining infection control and privacy.

Skills

Eye care

Data collection

Patient education

Infection control

Electronic health records

Appointment scheduling

Tools

Optometric equipment

Instruments maintenance

Job description

The Indian Health Service is seeking an Optometry Technician in the Optometry Department at PIMC in Phoenix, AZ. The incumbent provides front-line eye care services and supports patient data collection in an ambulatory setting under supervision.

Required is at least one year of specialized experience in preparing patients for eye examinations, scheduling, maintaining equipment, and documenting test results in electronic health records, with strict attention to infection control and privacy