Optometry Technician

The Region HR; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Region HR is seeking an Optometry Technician to support routine eye examinations and patient care. This position involves assisting the Optometrist, handling patient education on eyewear, and maintaining clinic equipment.

Responsibilities include testing, preparing patients, frame fitting, inventory management, scheduling, insurance forms, and HIPAA-compliant recordkeeping. CPR/BLS certification is required, with prior optometry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Experience in Optometry Clinic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic routine vision testing and examinations.
• Prepare patients for testing and clinical procedures.
• Assist patients with eye care education, eyewear utilization, frame selection and fitting.
• Adjust and repair eyeglass frames and lenses.
• Maintain vision and diagnostic equipment.
• Manage clinical inventory and medical supplies.
• Assist with scheduling patient visits, insurance claims, and HIPAA-compliant recordkeeping.
• Perform general clerical and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English fluency

Self-motivated

Discretion/Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

CPR / BLS Certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Optometry Technician assists the Optometrist with routine eye examinations, diagnostics, treatment of vision problems, patient relations, and general administrative duties.

Essential Functions

• Conduct basic routine testing and vision examinations.
• Prepare patients for testing and clinical procedures.
• Assist patients with eye care education, utilization of corrective eyewear, frame selection, and fitting.
• Adjust and repair eyeglass frames and lenses.
• Maintain vision and diagnostic equipment.
• Manage clinical inventory and medical supplies.
• Assist with scheduling patient visits, preparing insurance claims forms, and maintaining patient records in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Perform general clerical and administrative duties, along with other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications: CPR / BLS Certification required.
• Previous experience working in Optometry Clinic.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to encourage, instruct, and motivate a team.
• Ability to interact effectively and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and proactive.
• High level of professional discretion, responsibility, and strict adherence to confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Regular combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, speaking, and listening