Optometric Assistant / Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Employee Discount
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off

Job Summary
We are seeking an Optometric Technician/Assistant to join our team! As an Optometric Technician/Assistant, you will be working directly with the patients doing preliminary testing and contact lens instruction. You will be cross-trained to work at the front desk to schedule appointments, answer the phone, and check patients in and out for their appointments. You will also be helping manage the inventory of supplies and cleaning instruments and rooms as needed. The ideal candidate has excellent customer service skills, the ability to work in a fast paced environment, and pays strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for the patient visit, including pulling charts and ensuring insurance information has been verified
• Schedule appointments
• Answer phones and field questions about vision issues, identifying visit needs
• Perform preliminary testing before the patient sees the doctor
• Clean instruments and equipment after use
• Provide contact lens instruction
• Check patient in and out for their appointment

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Friendly and energetic
• Office / customer service experience preferred