Ophthalmic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Company: Lakeside Eye Associates

Locations:  Huntersville, NC

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Pay (Based on Experience)
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K match
• Professional Development & Training
• Monday–Friday Schedule
• Stable, Growing Private Practice
• Help Patients See Better. Make Every Visit Exceptional.

Lakeside Eye Associates is looking for an experienced, compassionate, and patient-focused Optometric Technician to join our growing team in Huntersville, North Carolina.

As an Optometric Technician, you'll play a critical role in delivering outstanding patient care by preparing patients for their examinations, performing diagnostic testing, documenting medical information, and supporting our doctors throughout the patient visit.

If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a fast-paced medical environment, and take pride in delivering exceptional patient care, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do:

Patient Care

• Welcome patients and create a positive first impression.
• Obtain and document medical, ocular, surgical, and medication histories.
• Record chief complaints and reason for today's visit.
• Escort patients through the examination process while ensuring comfort and efficiency.

Clinical Testing

• Perform pre-testing including:
• Visual Acuity
• Auto Refraction
• Lensometry
• Tonometry
• Visual Fields
• OCT Imaging
• Retinal Photography
• Pachymetry
• Color Vision Testing
• Stereo Testing

Additional responsibilities include:

• Administer eye drops as directed by the doctor.
• Prepare patients for contact lens evaluations.
• Assist the doctor during patient examinations.
• Maintain efficient patient flow throughout the day.

Documentation

• Enter patient information accurately into the EMR.
• Document testing results and physician findings.
• Maintain complete, accurate patient records.
• Patient Education
• Explain testing procedures.
• Educate patients on contact lens care and eye health.
• Answer general patient questions regarding testing and procedures.

Clinical Support

• Clean and disinfect exam rooms and diagnostic equipment.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Monitor clinical supply inventory.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask in a busy medical office.
• Computer proficiency.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Team-oriented attitude.

Preferred:

• Previous Optometric Technician or Ophthalmic Technician experience.
• Experience performing diagnostic pre-testing.
• EMR/EHR experience.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic terminology.
• Contact lens experience.
• Experience working in a medical office.

What Success Looks Like:

Successful technicians:

• Deliver exceptional patient experiences.
• Maintain excellent patient flow.
• Produce accurate clinical documentation.
• Assist doctors efficiently.
• Maintain organized exam rooms.
• Build trust with patients.
• Work collaboratively with the entire practice team.

Why Lakeside Eye Associates?

• Established private practice
• Modern diagnostic technology
• Outstanding support staff
• Long-term career growth
• Positive team culture
• Opportunities for continued learning and development

If you're passionate about patient care and helping people protect their vision, we'd love to hear from you.

Lakeside Eye Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.