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Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant

Company Description

America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The America’s Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting. Each location combines both parts of the optical equation – eyewear and eye care – into one excellent experience at a single low price.

For more details about America's Best, visit AmericasBest.com.

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.

The optometric technician is key for keeping patient flow efficient, assisting the optometrist by conducting pre-screenings and testing prior to the Doctor’s examination. The valuable vision tests they conduct help the optometrist provide the best care possible. This position does not require optical experience or certification, training provided!

How would you like Sundays off? Yes, every Sunday we’re closed!

Job Description

What would you do? – The Specifics

Ensure high quality patient care.
Maintain a professional atmosphere and appearance of doctor’s office and pretest room.
Understand ocular terminology and diseases and know the ocular abbreviations.
Explain to the patient the types of preliminary examinations.
Complete necessary paperwork and perform testing on patients prior to doctor examination.
Promote visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients.
Perform exam pre-screening.
Review prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identify special needs. Consult with the optician, Doctor or Retail Management when necessary.
Ensure equipment, both Doctor’s and pre-test, is properly maintained.

Qualifications

Are you the right fit? – The Suitable Talent

Previous retail/optical experience preferred, but not required.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to learn optical knowledge.
Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Detailed oriented.
Multitasking and time-management skills.
Professional attitude and appearance.

Additional Information

Taking care of our people

We understand the importance of financial health and security, and because of that, we provide competitive compensation to all Associates – including bonus potential for every position in the store! We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401k retirement savings with company match, flex spending account, paid personal time off, paid company holidays, parental leave, employee eyewear discount and much, much more. At National Vision, we strive to deliver opportunities for professional growth and long-term career fulfillment. We provide training programs, access to educational courses and pride ourselves on the ever-increasing amount of promotions from within.

Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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What You Should Know About Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant, National Vision

At America’s Best, part of the National Vision family, we’re on the lookout for a dedicated Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant to join our growing team at our Delaware, OH location! If you have a passion for eye care and want to make a difference, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in ensuring high-quality patient care while supporting our optometrists with pre-screenings and examinations. Don’t worry if you lack experience in the optical field because we provide comprehensive training to help you get up to speed. Your day-to-day tasks will include obtaining necessary paperwork, performing tests such as visual fields and retinal screenings, and maintaining a professional and welcoming environment. We also pride ourselves on a balanced work schedule, so you’ll have Sundays off to recharge! With our competitive compensation package, benefits, and opportunities for growth, your career with America’s Best could be just the start of something wonderful in the optical industry. If you love working in a fast-paced environment, enjoy interacting with people, and are eager to learn, we invite you to come and be part of our America’s Best team where everyone deserves to see their best, and live their best!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant Role at National Vision

What are the primary responsibilities of an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant at America's Best?

As an Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant at America's Best, your primary responsibilities will include ensuring high-quality patient care, performing exams and tests before the optometrist's examination, maintaining office and equipment cleanliness, understanding ocular terminology, and effectively communicating with patients about preliminary examinations.