Optometric Technician
Core
Optometric Technician supporting optometrists by facilitating patient flow, performing preliminary vision tests, and operating optical equipment to prepare patients for exams.
Role type
Optometric Technician
Builds
Patient exam readiness and data for optometrists
Domain
Healthcare / Optometry
Required skills
Operating optical equipment (lensometer, autorefractor, retinal camera, visual field, GDX, OCT), patient flow management, insurance verification, HIPAA compliance, basic computer skills, customer service
Preferred skills
Medical office experience, optometric experience, Associate's or Bachelor's in Business/Healthcare Management, proficiency with Microsoft Office
Technologies
Lensometer, Autorefractor, Retinal Camera, Visual Field Analyzer, GDX, OCT, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
Responsibilities
Greet patients and facilitate patient flow, operate manual and auto lensometers, autorefractors, and retinal cameras, verify medical and vision insurance, clean examination equipment, set phoropters, perform general office duties
Seniority
Entry-level, trainable