Optometric Technician (Pretest + Front Desk)

If you enjoy working with people, like learning new equipment, and want to be the person who makes a patient's visit easy, we'd like to meet you. You'll be cross-trained in both pretesting and the front desk, so no two days look the same.

What you'll do

Take patient histories and note the reason for the visit Check visual acuity and run pretesting, including auto-refraction, eye pressure, and visual fields Capture Optos retinal images, OCT scans, and corneal topography Prepare exam rooms and assist the doctors during exams and in-office procedures Keep equipment clean, stocked, and ready At the front desk, as needed: Greet and check in patients, and collect demographic and insurance information Answer phones, schedule appointments, and return calls Take payments and help with check-out What we're looking for Friendly, clear communicator who stays calm on busy days Reliable, on time, and detail oriented Comfortable on a computer and quick to pick up new software Willing to switch between tech work and the front desk as the day requires Optometric, ophthalmic, or medical office experience preferred Paraoptometric certification (CPO, CPOA, CPOT) or COA is a plus High school diploma or equivalent Schedule: Monday through Friday, daytime hours.

No evenings or weekends.

Benefits

Health care reimbursement Paid time off for full-time staff (accrual begins after a 90-day introductory period) Paid holidays Paid sick leave A paid day off for your birthday after one year Comprehensive annual eye exam Generous discounts on eyewear and contact lenses Southside Eyecare & Optical is an equal opportunity employer. Salary $20 - $27 per hour