Optometric Technician

Join Our Patient-Focused Eye Care Team

Lone Star Vision Group is seeking a dependable, professional, and patient-focused Optometric Technician to join our growing eye care team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with patients, has strong attention to detail, communicates professionally, and is interested in developing a career in optometry, ophthalmology, or healthcare.

As an Optometric Technician, you will work closely with our optometrists, Office Manager, and clinical team to provide an exceptional patient experience while supporting the clinical and administrative operations of our optometry practice.

You will assist patients throughout their visit, including patient check-in, pretesting, diagnostic testing, clinical support, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, documentation, contact lens assistance, and checkout.

This is a hands-on position in a busy, patient-centered optometry and vision care practice, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who is dependable, eager to learn, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Paid on-the-job training
• Certain paid holidays
• Complimentary annual eye exam for the employee
• Discounted annual eye exams for immediate family members
• Supportive, professional, patient-centered work environment
• Opportunity to develop valuable optometry, clinical, and patient-care skills
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with pretesting, diagnostic equipment, electronic health records, insurance verification, and patient care

Primary Responsibilities

Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Welcome patients and provide friendly, professional, and compassionate assistance throughout their visit
• Prepare patients for comprehensive eye examinations and explain pretesting procedures
• Perform routine optometric pretesting and diagnostic testing as trained
• Operate and maintain optometric diagnostic equipment according to clinic procedures and training
• Accurately document pretesting results and other clinical information
• Prepare, organize, clean, disinfect, and reset examination rooms
• Assist the optometrist with patient care and clinical procedures as directed
• Provide patients with clear instructions regarding testing, examinations, and follow-up care
• Assist with contact lens trial orders, contact lens education, and related patient instructions
• Help maintain a clean, organized, safe, and professional clinical environment

Patient Scheduling & Front-Office Support

• Answer incoming telephone calls and assist patients with scheduling, appointment questions, and general inquiries
• Schedule, confirm, reschedule, and update patient appointments
• Accurately enter and maintain patient demographic and contact information
• Assist with patient check-in and check-out
• Communicate professionally with patients in person and by telephone
• Direct clinical, billing, insurance, or other patient concerns to the appropriate team member
• Help maintain efficient patient flow from check-in through completion of the visit

Insurance Verification & Administrative Support

• Assist with vision and medical insurance eligibility and benefit verification
• Review patient insurance information and communicate applicable office procedures and charges
• Assist with collecting patient payments and accurately documenting charges
• Complete checkout procedures and assist with end-of-day fee documentation
• Scan, fax, email, upload, and organize patient records and other documentation
• Maintain accurate, complete, organized, and confidential patient information
• Assist with electronic health records (EHR) and practice-management system tasks as assigned

Team & Office Operations

• Work closely with optometrists, Office Manager, and other clinical team members
• Help maintain efficient patient flow and daily clinic operations
• Complete opening, closing, room preparation, and end-of-day responsibilities as assigned
• Follow established clinic policies, procedures, and professional standards
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable healthcare and workplace requirements
• Identify and communicate patient concerns promptly and professionally
• Help resolve routine patient concerns while escalating clinical or administrative issues appropriately
• Support co-workers and contribute to a positive, respectful, dependable, and team-oriented workplace
• Maintain a professional appearance, positive attitude, and patient-first approach

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Professional, friendly, and compassionate approach to patient care
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability and willingness to learn clinical procedures and operate optometric equipment
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic health record and practice-management systems
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, or similar computer programs
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of patient and business information
• Ability to work a Monday-Saturday flexible schedule

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with any of the following experience are encouraged to apply:

• Previous experience as an Optometric Technician, Ophthalmic Technician, or Ophthalmic Assistant
• Experience working in an optometry, ophthalmology, medical, or other healthcare office
• Experience performing patient pretesting or diagnostic testing
• Experience operating ophthalmic or optometric diagnostic equipment
• Experience with vision or medical insurance verification
• Experience with patient eligibility and benefits
• Experience with appointment scheduling and patient registration
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) or practice-management software
• Experience with patient records and medical-office checkout procedures
• Previous contact lens experience
• Experience providing direct patient care in a clinical environment

Direct optometry experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to train an otherwise qualified candidate who demonstrates strong customer service skills, clinical aptitude, attention to detail, professionalism, reliability, and a genuine willingness to learn.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal Optometric Technician is someone who:

• Enjoys helping and interacting with patients
• Is dependable, punctual, and accountable
• Learns new technology and clinical procedures quickly
• Has excellent attention to detail
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Can remain calm and organized in a busy clinical environment
• Takes pride in providing an excellent patient experience
• Works well with physicians, co-workers, and patients
• Is comfortable learning both clinical and front-office responsibilities
• Is interested in developing long-term skills and experience in optometry and eye care

About Lone Star Vision Group

Lone Star Vision Group is a full-scope optometry practice focused on providing personalized, comprehensive eye care and vision care to patients of all ages.

Our team provides a broad range of services, including comprehensive eye examinations, pediatric eye care, medical eye care, glaucoma evaluation and management, myopia management, specialty contact lenses, retinal imaging, visual field testing, cataract and LASIK co-management, and other optometric services.

We believe exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to professionalism, accuracy, compassion, teamwork, and an outstanding patient experience.

Apply Today

If you are looking for an opportunity to build your career in optometry, eye care, or healthcare and believe you would be a strong addition to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Lone Star Vision Group as an Optometric Technician and become an important part of a team committed to providing exceptional eye care and an outstanding patient experience.

Lone Star Vision Group is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person