Medical Technician (Part-Time)

Medical Technician - Optometry

Position Type: Part-Time

This is an entry level position. We are willing to train the right candidate. Location: Salem, IN

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of high school education, or equivalent, is required.
• Prior experience (1+ years) in a healthcare or clinical environment is preferable.

Key Competencies

• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Compassionate demeanor with a strong focus on patient care.
• Detail-oriented with solid organizational skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Proficient in basic computer operations and software usage.

Primary Duties

Patient Interaction & Support

• Introduce new patients to office protocols and procedures.
• Accurately document patient data and perform consistent measurements.
• Uphold sterile practices and infection control standards.
• Manage patient flow by determining testing order and escorting individuals from the waiting area.
• Provide clear guidance on next steps and ensure patient comfort during wait times.
• Perform preliminary testing on patients.
• Adjust testing sequences as needed to maintain efficient operations.
• Assist with contact lens operations.

Equipment Oversight

• Identify and resolve minor equipment issues.
• Inspect device connections and functionality.
• Promptly report technical problems to the Lead Ophthalmic Technician.

Operational Support

• Seek assistance from senior team members when tasks exceed current skill level.
• Keep exam and procedure rooms clean and well-stocked.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support clinic operations.

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements

This position operates in a professional office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and communicate with customers. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently accesses all areas of the building. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.