What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometric Technician - We will train! position at Midwest Eye Consultants?
At Midwest Eye Consultants, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient experience by leveraging the latest technology in eye health with compassionate patient care. The Technician plays an important role on our clinical team by preparing patients and exam rooms for eye examinations, performing preliminary testing, and assisting our physicians with various procedures. No experience? That's ok! We have a team of trainers dedicated to supporting you as you learn the position. If you desire a career that allows you to embrace your passion for helping others while encouraging you to grow and develop your skills in patient care, we would love to talk with you!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Technician fulfills an important role in providing data that is critical to the doctor in order to provide proper care and treatment to each patient. This individual is responsible for various administrative and clinical functions, including obtaining patient histories, performing preliminary and ancillary testing, scheduling patients, preparing the exam room, and assisting the doctors with any exam needs. They ensure the practice’s quality standards are met, while completing specific, essential responsibilities that pertain to the patient’s experience and effective communication.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Starting wage will be based on knowledge, skills, and experience
- 6.5 paid holidays per year
- Approximately 10 days of PTO within first year
- Full slate of benefits to include health, dental, vision, and 401k
- Growth and wage increase through company paid certification program
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare patients for eye examinations by communicating the features and benefits of our preliminary testing procedures.
- Perform all preliminary and any doctor requested tests on all patients.
- Assist optometrist and ophthalmologist with patient procedures.
- Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays.
- Prepare exam room by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.
- Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for both patients and staff.
- Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by the office manager or team lead, and doctor(s).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS (per ADA guidelines):
- Physical Activity: Standing for sustained periods of time, Stooping, Grasping, Lifting, Talking, Hearing.
- Physical requirements: Light work. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. on a regular basis from floor to waist, 5 lbs. from waist to shoulder, and 5 lbs. from shoulder to overhead.
- The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.