Optometry Technician: Patient-Centric Care & Testing

AccessHealth; Missouri City (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AccessHealth is seeking an Optometry Assistant/Technician to support optometry providers and guide patients through all visit stages. You will perform preliminary testing, prepare rooms, and assist with front desk and optical tasks to promote efficient, coordinated care.

The role requires experience with optometry testing and strong customer service, plus comfort using patient record systems. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred for working with families and diverse patients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in optometry testing and patient care preferred.
• Multi-tasking with strong communication and organization skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary and ancillary optometry testing.
• Prepare patients and equipment; maintain exam rooms.
• Record results in patient systems and communicate with optometrist.
• Assist with front desk duties and insurance verification as needed.
• Support optical services and care team coordination.

Skills

Optometry testing

Customer service

Communication

PC proficiency

Insurance verification

Front desk

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tonometry

Autorefraction

Autokeratometry

Fundus photography

OCT

Visual field testing

Job description

AccessHealth is seeking an Optometry Assistant/Technician to support optometry providers and guide patients through all visit stages. You will perform preliminary testing, prepare rooms, and assist with front desk and optical tasks to promote efficient, coordinated care.

The role requires experience with optometry testing and strong customer service, plus comfort using patient record systems. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred for working with families and diverse patients.