Optometric Technician

Job Description: The role of the Technician is to provide technical support to the Optometrist(s). This includes patient work-up, pretesting, tonometry, and performing the appropriate professional services to patients. As the functional liaison between patient and doctor, the Technician is responsible for communicating all patient questions and concerns to the optometrist. Accurate procurement of patient history and follow-up is required. Because our practice strives to deliver the best eye health care possible, a deep working knowledge of all pretesting equipment is required. The ability to effectively communicate to patients and the optometrist(s) is of utmost importance.

Optomap LensometerAuto-refractor / keratometer Non-contact tonometer Retinal camera Auto-field perimeter Keystone visual skills Visual acuity test Blood pressure cuff PupilometerResponsible for making sure clinical exam rooms have adequate and appropriate supplies, and ensuring that clinical equipment is in good working order. Clean and restock pre-test and exam rooms between patients; clean the equipment in front of the patients to ensure cleanliness for each patient. Check calibration of equipment and make adjustments or contact the lead technician, as necessary Tracks and orders supply inventory (alcohol pads, FI strips, etc.) as appropriate Tracks and reports to leadership/management the capture rate of all specialized testing Create a warm and personalized experience for each and every patient. Acquaint all new patients with the office procedures to which they will be exposed. Inform patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how they will be affected during the tests. Obtain patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications. Perform blood pressure and ocular pressure testing Fill-out appropriate forms and distribute appropriate literature. Communicate with other staff members in a clear and concise manner. Communicate with other ophthalmic assistants to facilitate proper patient flow. Perform other duties as required