Front Desk / Optometric Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Private Optometry Practice | Leesburg, VA
Full-Time | $20–$24/hour, depending on experience

We are a growing private optometry practice looking for a friendly, reliable, and motivated Front Desk / Optometric Technician to join our team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and wants a position that combines patient care, medical office responsibilities, and front-desk/customer service .

What You’ll Do

Front Desk & Patient Care

• Greet patients and provide a warm, professional experience

• Answer phones and schedule appointments

• Check patients in and out

• Verify insurance and collect payments

• Communicate with patients regarding appointments, prescriptions, and follow-up care

• Maintain accurate patient records

Optometric Technician Responsibilities

• Perform pre-testing and diagnostic testing

• Obtain visual acuities and preliminary patient information

• Perform testing such as OCT, visual fields, retinal imaging, and other diagnostic procedures

• Assist the doctor during patient examinations

• Prepare examination rooms and maintain equipment

• Assist with contact lens training and patient education

• Help with optical dispensing and frame/lens orders as needed

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Friendly, personable, and comfortable interacting with patients

• Dependable and punctual

• Organized and able to multitask in a busy environment

• Comfortable answering phones and communicating professionally

• Detail-oriented and able to learn new technology and procedures

• A team player who is willing to help wherever needed

• Comfortable working in both a front-desk and clinical environment

Previous medical, ophthalmology, optometry, dental, or optical experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right person.

Why Join Us?

We are a patient-focused private optometry practice that provides comprehensive eye care, including medical optometry, myopia management, and specialty contact lens services.

You will have the opportunity to learn a variety of clinical and administrative skills rather than being limited to one role.

We value employees who are dependable, take initiative, treat patients well, and want to grow with the practice.

Compensation

$20–$24/hour depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits and schedule will be discussed during the interview.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief description of your relevant experience. We are looking for someone who is interested in becoming a long-term member of our team.

Experience in optometry or ophthalmology is a plus—but attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are just as important.