Team Leader- Optometric Tech

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health, based in Detroit, seeks a Team Leader - Optometric Tech to assist doctors with visual and medical exams, and to manage electronic medical records. The role also focuses on testing, patient communication, and ensuring high standards of care.

You will lead and train the team, manage schedules and appointments, and contribute to meeting department goals in a collaborative environment. This is a full-time, on-site position within a leading health system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six months of experience as an Optometric Tech or similar role.
• Completion of HFHS Leadership Charge training program.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors with comprehensive visual exams, medical exams, and in-office procedures.
• Perform preliminary testing and manage electronic medical record entries.
• Conduct contact lens classes and follow-ups with patients.
• Train and support the team, ensuring adherence to standardized training programs.
• Create and maintain department schedules, manage patient appointments, and communicate goals to the team.
• Lead and participate in department meetings, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.

Skills

Optometric Tech experience

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HFHS Leadership Charge training

Job description

Company Description Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Team Leader - Optometric Tech

Job Title Team Leader- Optometric Tech

About The Department

As part of Henry Ford Health's Community Care Services, our Optometric department is dedicated to expanding access to essential eye care services. We focus on delivering comprehensive optometric solutions, including visual exams, medical procedures, and contact lens services, to diverse populations. Our team is committed to meeting patients where they are, ensuring they receive the care and support they need to maintain optimal eye health. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Role Overview

As a Team Leader - Optometric Tech, you will play a crucial role in supporting our optometrists by conducting preliminary testing, managing electronic medical records, and assisting with in-office procedures. You will also lead and train your team, manage schedules, and ensure exceptional patient care. Your leadership will be vital in achieving department goals and maintaining high standards of service.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Assist doctors with comprehensive visual exams, medical exams, and in-office procedures.
• Perform preliminary testing and manage electronic medical record entries.
• Conduct contact lens classes and follow-ups with patients.
• Train and support the team, ensuring adherence to standardized training programs.
• Create and maintain department schedules, manage patient appointments, and communicate goals to the team.
• Lead and participate in department meetings, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.

Required Qualifications

What You Will Need

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least six months of experience as an Optometric Tech.
• Basic math skills.
• Completion of all required training, including the HFHS Leadership Charge training program.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Retail or hospitality experience.
• American Board of Opticianry Certification (ABOC) and/or National Contact Lens Examiners Certification (NCLE).

What We Offer

Join a team where your growth is our priority. Collaborate with dedicated professionals, engage in mission-driven work, and access continuous learning opportunities to advance your career in healthcare.