Optometric Technician

Delaware Eye Care Center is searching for a patient focused, skilled Optometric Technician for our Dover, DE office - No nights, no major holidays or Sundays, a robust benefits package, a team-oriented working environment where you are heard and respected as well as clear career ladder opportunities.

Delaware Eye Care Centers is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, individually based, high quality, eye health care. Our doctors are board-certified, skilled ophthalmologists and optometrists that provide a range of services to help our patients attain the clearest vision possible. Our services cover a range of eye problems, including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disorders, dry eye, and ocular injuries. We have the common goal of ascertaining the most appropriate care for any given patient, explaining the purpose of the treatment, and in initiating said therapy in a courteous and compassionate manner, irrespective of age, gender, nationality, and race or payment program. 

The  Optometric Technician play a crucial role by assisting optometrists in providing eye care services to patients. Responsibilities will include conducting pre-examination tests, maintaining ophthalmic instruments, and assisting with vision tests and measurements. They may also conduct contact lens education including insertion and removal training. provide patient education on lens care, frame adjustments, and contact lens handling. 

Our Top Candidate will bring at least one year of previous, verifiable experience as an optometric technician or medical assistance with a focus on direct patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Initial work up of patients such as gathering chief complaint, ocular and systemic history, past family and social history and complete review of systems
• Measuring visual acuities, intraocular pressures, confrontational fields, EOMS, and more
• Performing external slit lamp examination and administering eye drops
• Scribe in electronic medical records format to document the patient visit and examination
• Assist with stocking supplies, ensuring cleanliness of patient exams room and other administrative or clinical duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience in a work up position within an optometric practice is preferred
• Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be a well-organized, team-player with great attention to detail
• Demonstrate superior computer skills
• Highly energetic with positive attitude
• Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours
• Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting

In Turn We Will Provide:

• Benefits to full-time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities

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