Vision Care Technician & Patient Support

MyEyeDr; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical and dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

MyEyeDr. is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Doctors of Optometry by preparing patients for exams, performing preliminary testing, and learning pretest equipment through provided training. Weekend and evening shifts may be required.

This role emphasizes teamwork, empathy for patients, and attention to detail to ensure a smooth patient experience and accurate medical history documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with the ability to understand/do basic math.
• Someone who is personable, patient and has the ability to comfort patients during screening process.
• Someone who is detailed oriented and who will work closely with the Optometrist.
• Willingness to learn about industry, product, and services.
• Collaborative team player that will provide the best patient experience.
• Prior healthcare/medical/optical background preferred but not required, training will be provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients, accurately document existing conditions and complaints, and chart medical history to prep for Optometrist exam.
• Maintain a smooth flow of patients to the Doctor and additional office staff throughout appointment.
• Ensure patients are comfortable with office procedures to which they will be exposed during appointment.
• Through company training learn to use all pretest equipment to perform a range of visual screenings for patients prior to visiting with the doctor.
• Conduct contact lens training for applicable patients and other preliminary testing.
• Collaborate with doctor(s) and team members to provide seamless patient experience.

Skills

Personable

Patient

Detail-oriented

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

MyEyeDr. is seeking an Optometric Technician to support Doctors of Optometry by preparing patients for exams, performing preliminary testing, and learning pretest equipment through provided training. Weekend and evening shifts may be required.

This role emphasizes teamwork, empathy for patients, and attention to detail to ensure a smooth patient experience and accurate medical history documentation.