What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometric Clinic Technician (FT) - We will train! position at Midwest Eye Consultants?
Join the Vision Team at Midwest Eye Consultants – Shelbyville
Looking for a career where you can learn new skills, help people every day, and be part of a supportive team? Midwest Eye Consultants in Shelbyville is looking for a friendly and motivated Optometric Technician to join our clinic. No experience in the medical field? No problem. We provide hands on training, experienced trainers, and a mentor to help you learn everything you need to succeed. If you enjoy working with people, staying busy, and being part of a team that makes a difference in patients’ lives, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Location: Shelbyville, IN
Wage: $16.00-$18.00 (wage will depends on knowledge, skills, and experience)
What Does an Optometric Technician Do:
Our technicians play an important role in patient care. You will work closely with doctors and patients to help ensure each visit runs smoothly and that doctors have the information they need to provide excellent care.
In this role you will
- Collect important patient information and histories
- Perform preliminary and ancillary eye testing
- Prepare patients for their eye exams
- Assist doctors during procedures
- Help create a positive and welcoming patient experience
What We Offer:
We believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally
- 6.5 paid holidays each year
- Approximately 10 days of PTO within your first year
- Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401k
- Opportunities for growth and wage increases through our company paid certification program
Essential Responsibilities:
- Prepare patients for eye examinations by explaining the features and benefits of our preliminary testing procedures
- Perform preliminary and doctor requested tests on patients
- Assist optometrists and ophthalmologists during patient procedures
- Coordinate patient scheduling and help maintain smooth patient flow throughout the office while communicating delays when needed
- Prepare exam rooms by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies
- Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming environment for both patients and staff
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the office manager, team lead, or doctors
Physical Demand:
This position requires
- Standing for extended periods of time
- Stooping, grasping, lifting, talking, and hearing
Physical requirements include
- Light work
- Ability to regularly lift up to 15 pounds from floor to waist
- Ability to lift 5 pounds from waist to shoulder
- Ability to lift 5 pounds from shoulder to overhead
- Visual acuity to ensure accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness in assigned work
Start a career where you can learn, grow, and make a difference every day. Join the team at Midwest Eye Consultants in Shelbyville and help us bring better vision and better experiences to our patients.
Salary : $16 - $18