Optometric Technician

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• •Favorable result on Background Check
• •Basic computer skills
• •Strong customer service skills
• •Excitement to learn and grow
• •Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
• •Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/patients or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• •Professional in appearance and actions
• •Logical and Critical thinking skills
• •Customer-focused with excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills
• •Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• •Favorable result on Background check
• •Exhibits a positive attitude and is flexible in accepting work assignments and priorities
• •Meets attendance and tardiness expectations
• •Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function
• •Ability to follow or provide verbal & written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations
• •Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and team mate support need
• •Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• •Ability for basic to intermediate problem solving, including mathematics
• •Basic to intermediate computer skills
• •Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• •Travel to other site locations may be necessary. Thus, those needing to travel for work must have access to dependable transportation, and driving record must meet company liability carrier standards
• •Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function
• •Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of HIPAA guidelines
• •Must be able to work with precise tools and equipment
• •Must have dexterity to use these items correctly and safely
• •Must be able to lift 25 lbs
• •Must be able to carry 25 lbs
• •Must be able to bend
• •Must be able to climb
• •Must be able to drive
• •Must be able to grasp
• •Must have hearing
• •Must have vision – close/distance
• •Must have color vision
• •Must have depth perception
• •Must have peripheral vision
• •Must have ability to adjust focus
• •Must be able to stoop
• •Must be able to walk
• •Must be able to write/type
• •Must be able to speak
• •Must have fine motor skills
• •Must have use of hands
• •Must be able to work in a normal office/clinical environment
• •Must be able to work with blood or bodily fluids
• •Must be able to work with various cleaning supplies
• •Must be able to work with Optometric equipment/devices
• •Must be able to use precise tools and equipment
• •Must have dexterity to use these items correctly and safely
• •Must be able to use personal protective equipment (PPE)
• •Must be able to work Monday-Friday 7:30am-6pm, Saturday 8am-12pm
• •Must have open availability to work any shift within these hours
• •Must be able to work a little earlier/later as needed
• •Commitment to work hours that meet the needs of the business which may include weekends, schedule changes or an extended schedule

Desired Qualifications

• •Associates or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Healthcare Management preferred
• •Previous medical office experience preferred
• •Previous optometric experience strongly preferred