Optometric Technician

Clear View Eye Associates was established in 2007, today our busy yet close-knit optometry practice consists of two locations in Woburn and Billerica, MA. We strive to provide the highest quality eye care using the newest technology along with the best optical materials available. Learn more about our practice on our website: www.clearviewi.com.

The Optometric Technician is responsible for assisting the doctor by pretesting patients and helping to coordinate care.

The ideal candidate will be friendly, personable, professional and be able to function both independently and as part of a team. We are searching for a responsible, honest, smart, and good-natured person. Although individuals will receive appropriate training, they will already have a positive attitude, a strong motivation to learn new material, and a sincere interest in helping others. In addition, they will have strong attention to detail and the ability to adapt and multi-task to support the staff and patients.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare the patient to be seen by the doctor. This includes taking a detailed medical history and complaint history.
• Perform preliminary patient testing (checking visual acuity, auto-refractor, visual field screener, stereopsis, color vision, fundus camera, etc.)
• Maintain and clean exam rooms and equipment.
• Help improve patient flow throughout the office.
• Excellent customer service skills. A technician should have the ability to speak clearly so that the patient can understand any minor details. Articulation and friendliness are vital components to a pleasant experience for the patient.

Other functions as assigned (including but not limited to):

• Patient education (various procedures that are offered,
• Teach patients contact lens insertion and removal.
• Perform visual field testing.
• Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, look up and explain insurance benefits for patients.
• Work on prior authorizations for medications.
• Collect payments and post charges to the EHR.
• Assist the Optometrist with more specialized procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to do basic math
• Very comfortable using a computer, type efficiently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and record keeping
• 1+ years' experience in optometry, ophthalmology, or another medical field is preferred

Training:

• Training will be fully provided, no prior experience is required.
• This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in the eye care field. There is a lot of room to grow and advance. We are looking for an individual who is interested in growing with our company and we will help you to do so. Serious inquiries only. Please submit a resume and cover letter.

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• 2-3 days are at the Woburn office, 2 days at the Billerica office, must be able to commute between offices.

Application Question(s):

• Please state why you are interested in this position.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Optometry/Ophthalmology/Medical Assisting (eye): 1 year (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person