Part-Time Optometric Technician — Training & Growth Path

National Vision; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

National Vision, Inc. is seeking an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant (Part Time) in Colorado Springs to support the optometrist with pre-screenings and testing, ensuring efficient patient flow and accurate preliminary examinations.

The role does not require prior optical experience; training is provided. You will handle patient care, paperwork, and testing while maintaining a welcoming, professional environment and contributing to high-quality eye care services.

Qualifications

• Previous retail/optical experience is 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

Interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Multitasking

Time management

Professional appearance

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Learn optical knowledge

Job description

National Vision, Inc. is seeking an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant (Part Time) in Colorado Springs to support the optometrist with pre-screenings and testing, ensuring efficient patient flow and accurate preliminary examinations.

The role does not require prior optical experience; training is provided. You will handle patient care, paperwork, and testing while maintaining a welcoming, professional environment and contributing to high-quality eye care services.