What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometric Technician position at Treasure State Eye Care?
About Us
At Treasure State Eye Care, we believe eye care should feel personal, professional, and positive.
Our team is known for using advanced technology, providing specialized dry eye care, and maintaining a friendly, family-first atmosphere where both patients and staff feel valued.
We’re growing—and we’re looking for an Optometric Technician who will be a key support to our doctors and clinical team, and an essential part of delivering an exceptional patient experience.
About the Role
We’re looking for an Optometric Technician to support our doctors and clinical team by assisting with patient care, diagnostic testing, and daily clinic operations. As an Optometric Technician, you’ll play a vital role in the patient experience—guiding patients through their visit, preparing them for exams, and supporting the optometrists throughout the day.
Your duties will include collecting patient histories, performing preliminary testing, updating electronic medical records, assisting during examinations, and helping maintain clean, organized exam and testing rooms. You’ll also support the front desk and clinical flow as needed to ensure the office runs efficiently.
To be successful in this role, you should have a positive, professional attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. You’ll need to stay calm, organized, and patient-focused—especially during busy clinic days—while working closely with the entire team.
Ultimately, your role is to help deliver exceptional eye care, ensure smooth clinical operations, and make every patient feel informed, comfortable, and well cared for.
What You’ll Do
Patient Care & Clinical Support
- Greet, direct, and assist patients throughout their visit
- Take patient histories and update Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Explain testing procedures and prepare patients for exams
- Assist optometrists during eye examinations
- Administer visual capability tests and document results
- Perform contact lens education and teaching
- Execute contact lens, prescription, and product orders per office policies
- Maintain strong product knowledge
Office & Team Support
- Answer phones and assist with patient communication
- Provide front desk support as needed
- Assist patients with paperwork and forms
- Open and/or close the office, exam rooms, and testing rooms as scheduled
- Communicate openly with the Office Manager regarding patient or employee concerns
- Act with urgency to maintain efficient patient flow
- Execute daily efficiencies to optimize time and tasks
- Work collaboratively with Optometrists and Opticians
Teamwork & Standards
- Uphold HIPAA and clinic confidentiality policies
- Communicate clearly with doctors, technicians, and opticians
- Assist with scanning, data entry, and supply tracking
- Support cross-training and teamwork across departments
What We’re Looking For
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Patient-first mindset with excellent customer service skills
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy environment
- Willingness to learn and grow — no experience required
- Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented
- Previous experience in a medical or optometry office preferred (but not required)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Supportive, family-first team culture
- Fast-paced, patient-centered environment
- Growth and cross-training opportunities
- Competitive pay and benefits
- A workplace where you can make a difference every day
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $25