Optometric Technician

We currently have an opening for a full-time technician at our Davidson location. Progressive office, upbeat environment, awesome team!! No evening or weekend hours. Pay is based on experience and includes hourly wages plus commission.

Detailed responsibilities include:

• Patient pre-testing including: manual lensometry, auto-refraction, color and stereo testing
• Diagnostic testing of the eye including visual fields, iCare tonometry, fundus photography, Optomap, OCT and pachymetry

• Obtaining visual acuities

• Administering topical ophthalmic medications

• Preparing the exam room for the patient
• Taking patient history
• Assisting the doctors during the exam as needed
• Prescription requests and prior authorizations
• Scheduling appointments, checking out patients.
• Other responsibilities as needed

Preferred Qualities:

• Previous eye care experience is required
• Selfless team player who is assertive, goal-oriented, positive and self-motivated
• Desire to work in a dynamic, fun, and fast-paced environment
• Strong ability to multi-task
• Comfort in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity
• Excellent communication skills

Experience in optometry or related field is required. Experience with Optomap, tonometer, visual field and OCT are a plus.

Competitive salary and full-time benefits include PTO and paid holidays. We offer optional medical, dental, and life insurance plans as well as long and short term disability. We also offer an optional simple IRA plan.

Covid-19 vaccines are mandatory for new hires.

Learn more about us at www.universityeye.net

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• optometry: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19