Optometry Technician: Patient Care & Diagnostics

Granger Medical Clinic; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision

Dental

Medical

Sick Leave

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Paid Maternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability (Short/Long-Term)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Granger Medical Clinic is seeking an Optometry Technician to join our eye care team in West Valley City. You will obtain patient histories, document details, and manage EMR entries with accuracy, while supporting clinical testing and medication administration.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and precision in a fast-paced clinical environment. Experience with ophthalmic instrumentation and patient care will be valued, with competitive benefits and scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of optometry experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with computers; EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and accurately document comprehensive patient histories.
• Review and update patient information as appropriate.
• Accurately enter and maintain patient information in the EMR.
• Follow established computer and documentation procedures.
• Measure and accurately document distance and near visual acuity using age- and education-appropriate testing methods.
• Perform pinhole testing.
• Properly instill ophthalmic medications and understand indications and contraindications for dilation and corneal anesthesia.
• Perform color vision and stereo testing.
• Measure and accurately document current lens power using a lensometer.
• Perform and document Amsler Grid and Schirmer testing.
• Perform tear film and dry-eye testing.
• Evaluate pupils and assess pupil responses.
• Estimate anterior chamber depth.
• Perform Tono-Pen tonometry.
• Perform refractions.
• Perform visual field testing.
• Perform OCT testing.
• Perform Lenstar measurements for cataract surgery.
• Maintain knowledge of commonly prescribed ophthalmic medications.

Skills

Optometry experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Granger Medical Clinic is seeking an Optometry Technician to join our eye care team in West Valley City. You will obtain patient histories, document details, and manage EMR entries with accuracy, while supporting clinical testing and medication administration.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and precision in a fast-paced clinical environment. Experience with ophthalmic instrumentation and patient care will be valued, with competitive benefits and scheduling.