Optometric Technician

Company: EyeCare Partners
Location: Rocky Mount
Posted on: November 27, 2019

Job Description:

An Optometric Technician is a valuable asset to an optometrist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. An Optometric Technician is able to handle a wide range of duties while using optical equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an optometrist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
Practice urgency at all times with patient---s time, as well as doctor---s time and schedule
Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT
Follow scripting for testing equipment (photos, visual fields, visual activity, etc.)
Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip
Set phoropter to patient RX or re-set to plano (per doctor---s request)
Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

Other Skills and Abilities
Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
Ability to work weekends when applicable
Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Keywords: EyeCare Partners, Rocky Mount , Optometric Technician, Professions , Rocky Mount, North Carolina