Part-Time Optometric Technician & Medical Assistant

National Vision; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement savings with company

Parental leave

Employee eyewear discount

College scholarship program

Job summary

America's Best, part of National Vision, is seeking an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant for a part-time role to support patient flow and perform pre-screenings prior to exams. No optical experience required; training provided. You will assist with testing, explain procedures to patients, maintain a professional front desk and exam area, and help with paperwork. Sundays off.

Join a large optical retailer with opportunities to grow and learn in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous retail/optical experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to learn optical knowledge.
• Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Multitasking and time-management skills.
• Professional attitude and appearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high quality patient care.
• Maintain a professional atmosphere and appearance of doctor’s office and pretest room.
• Understand ocular terminology and diseases and know the ocular abbreviations.
• Explain to the patient the types of preliminary examinations.
• Complete necessary paperwork and perform testing on patients prior to doctor examination.
• Promote visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients.
• Perform exam pre-screening.
• Review prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identify special needs. Consult with the optician, Doctor or Retail Management when necessary.
• Ensure equipment, both Doctor’s and pre-test, is properly maintained.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Professional appearance

Job description

America's Best, part of National Vision, is seeking an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant for a part-time role to support patient flow and perform pre-screenings prior to exams. No optical experience required; training provided. You will assist with testing, explain procedures to patients, maintain a professional front desk and exam area, and help with paperwork. Sundays off.

Join a large optical retailer with opportunities to grow and learn in a supportive team environment.