Optometric Technician
Core
Assist optometrists in preliminary eye testing and patient flow to prepare patients for exams.
Role type
Optometric Technician
Builds
Patient exam readiness and clinic operations
Domain
Healthcare / Optometry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Operating manual and auto lensometers, autorefractors, keratometers, retinal cameras, visual field analyzers, GDX, and OCT; verifying medical and vision insurance; facilitating patient flow; basic computer skills
Preferred skills
Previous optometric experience; previous medical office experience; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Healthcare Management
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
Responsibilities
Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT; Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip; Set phoropter to patient RX or re-set to plano; Verify medical and vision insurances; Facilitate patient flow; Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC