RHRP Optometry Technician

DOCS Health; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

DOCS Health is seeking qualified Optometry Technicians to join our mobile and fixed-clinic teams serving military members in Arkansas. The role focuses on assisting the optometrist, operating optical equipment, and maintaining patient records, with weekend work and occasional weekdays as needed.

You will help patients choose frames, perform basic vision tests, and support a smooth workflow in a disciplined healthcare setting that serves USAR, ARNG, USNR, MARFORRES, USCGR, ANG, and USAFR.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as optometric/ophthalmic technician.
• Experience performing visual fields, OCTs, and Fundus Photography.
• Proficient with computers and patient records systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the optometrist with procedures and patient care.
• Take patient histories and maintain records.
• Assist patients in frame selection.
• Demonstrate care and maintenance of lenses.
• Repair minor eyeglass issues and keep the office organized.
• Test visual acuity, depth perception, and pupil reflexes.

Skills

Optometry technician

Visual fields

OCT

Fundus photography

Computer literacy

Transportation

Education

1+ year experience

Tools

Patient care software

Job description

Attention all Optometry Technicians we are calling on you to work with us providing dental exams and treatment to our Military Service members.

We will primarily work weekends, with some occasional weekdays in the State of AR on an \"as needed basis\".

Requirements

We provide health readiness services to meet the medical and dental requirements to maintain a deployable military force for the following:

• U.S. Army Reserve (USAR)
• Army National Guard (ARNG)
• U.S. Navy Reserve (USNR)
• U.S. Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES)
• U.S. Coast Guard Reserve (USCGR)
• Air National Guard (ANG)
• U.S. Air Force Reserve (USAFR)

This position will work directly with the patient, operate optical machinery, and interface with patient care software.

Working as an optometric technician can include the following duties

• Helping the optometrist with procedures and patient care
• Taking patient histories and maintaining the patient records system
• Assisting patients to select a suitable frame for their glasses
• Demonstrating care and maintenance of lenses to patients
• Repairing minor issues with broken and damaged eyeglasses
• Keeping the office organized and presentable, and making the exam room ready
• Testing visual acuity, depth perception, pressure and pupil reflexes

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience as an optometric or ophthalmic technician
• Experience performing visual fields, OCTs, and Fundus Photography is required
• Experience with computers, including knowledge of and experience with word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs
• Must have own transportation for site traveling

With over three decades of experience, we are a trusted industry leader. Our experienced team of clinicians and logistics professionals are dedicated, and strive to do the right thing for our partners and their members every time. Because of this commitment, we’ve set a new standard of care delivery through our fixed-clinic, mobile treatment center, telemedicine, and portable deployment models.

Join our team, and become a part of a bridge for better health.

If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo background check (including criminal record check) and drug screening. We use E-Verify in our hiring process.

DOCS Health is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions, policies, and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. DOCS Health will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's sex (including pregnancy), age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity, status as a transgender individual, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, family responsibility, armed services, or any other status protected by law.