Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant
Core
Performs pre-examination testing, patient screening, and administrative support for optometric doctors in a retail optical setting.
Role type
Optometric Technician / Medical Assistant
Builds
Pre-test examinations and patient records for optometric doctors
Domain
Healthcare / Optical Retail
Required skills
ocular terminology knowledge, patient communication, prescription review, equipment maintenance, supply ordering, record keeping
Preferred skills
retail/optical experience, customer service, multitasking, organizational skills
Responsibilities
Completes necessary paperwork and performs testing on patients prior to doctor examination, Promotes visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients, Reviews prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identifies special needs, Maintains accurate and organized patient records, Ensures equipment, both Doctor's and pre-test, is properly maintained, Orders and maintains supplies and pharmaceuticals as directed