Our office is seeking a pretest technician to join our team. We have a full-scope optometry office with a 700-frame optical dispensary. Our personnel consist of two doctors and five staff members. The successful candidate should be prepared to work up to 40 hours per week with a half day on Fridays and no weekend hours. Our patients expect friendly expert service with knowledge of their vision benefits and attention to detail with a strong ability to multi-task. If you enjoy helping patients look and see their very best, we want to talk to you.
Responsibilities:
You will work closely with the receptionist to minimize patient wait times and ensure patients are seen according to appointment times.
Operate lensometer, Auto-refractor, Optos, and I-care tonometer, visual fields machine and OCT machine to preform tests as prescribed by the doctor.
Clean and stock examination rooms with supplies after each patient.
Take complete patient medical history, enter into EHR software
Work with the office manager to monitor inventory of ophthalmologic drops and supplies
Input lens and frame information in electronic practice management system
Dispense glasses and contact lenses to patients in a timely manner
Communicate with the doctors with questions or concerns about prescriptions and other eye-related issues
Cross train across other positions in the office, including scheduling and reception to support fellow staff members
Engage with in-office continuing education and training for the purpose of self improvement and enhanced patient care
Qualifications & Skills:
Previous optical experience is preferred, but not an absolute requirement. Excellent customer service, pleasant personality, team-care approach, strong ability to multi-task and a willingness toward continued improvement a must. Optical certifications, experience with
Eyefinity/Officemate software and knowledge of vision plans (VSP, Superior Vision etc.) all are positives. Great personality and long-term commitment to a caring and fun place to work is our top priority.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person