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Job Title:

Optometric Technician & Optical Stylist Position Type:

Part-time Reports To:

Clinic Manager / Lead Optometrist Job Summary We are seeking a versatile, patient-focused Optometric Technician & Optical Stylist to join our eye care team. In this dual role, you will bridge the gap between clinical care and retail optical sales. You will provide critical pre-examination support to our optometrists using diagnostic equipment, while also guiding patients through the selection, styling, custom measurement, and dispensing of fashion-forward eyewear and premium lenses.

Core Responsibilities Clinical & Pre-Testing Support Patient Preparation:

Greet patients, escort them to exam rooms, and accurately document detailed medical, ocular, and family histories in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.

Preliminary Vision Testing:

Conduct pre-examination screenings including visual acuity, auto-refraction, lensometry, tonometry (eye pressure measurement), and color blindness/depth perception tests.

Advanced Diagnostic Imaging:

Operate specialized ophthalmic equipment to perform visual fields testing, retinal imaging, and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans.

Contact Lens Services:

Teach new contact lens wearers proper insertion, removal, and hygiene techniques. Manage the trial contact lens inventory.

Doctor Assistance:

Assist the optometrist during examinations, and transcribe exam findings into patient charts.

Clinic Maintenance:

Clean, sterilize, and calibrate diagnostic instruments. Keep examination rooms fully stocked and organized between patient visits.

Administrative & Optical Support:

Assist the front desk as needed with scheduling appointments, managing patient flow, answering inquiries, and processing insurance billing or optical frame styling.

Optical Dispensing & Styling Frame Styling:

Guide patients through our curated frame selection, providing personalized styling advice based on their face shape, lifestyle, personal aesthetic, and prescription needs.

Custom Measurements:

Use precise tools to measure pupillary distance (PD) and segment heights to ensure flawless prescription lens placement.

Lens Education:

Explain premium lens options clearly to patients, including anti-reflective coatings, blue-light filters, progressive designs, and photochromic (transition) lenses.

Fitting & Repairs:

Dispense finished eyewear to patients, making custom frame adjustments (bending, realigning temples, and nose pads) for a perfect fit, and perform basic glasses repairs.

Order Management:

Submit accurate frame and lens orders to optical laboratories, track job statuses, and verify prescription accuracy using a lensometer before dispensing.

Qualifications & Skills Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Experience:

1-2 years of experience working in an optometry clinic or retail optical environment is preferred, though we are willing to train the right candidate.

Certifications:

Certified Paraoptometric (CPO) or ABO (American Board of Opticianry) certification is a strong asset but not required.

Sales & Styling Savvy:

A strong eye for fashion and personal styling, combined with a natural, non-pushy ability to drive optical sales and handle retail transactions.

Communication Skills:

Warm, professional communication skills to establish instant rapport with patients during both the medical and retail portions of their visit.

Attributes:

Strong multitasking abilities, attention to detail, and a team-oriented mindset suited for a fast-paced clinical setting. This is a part time position 2-4 days per week. Typical workdays would be Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and occasionally Monday. with a typical start time of 9 AM.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Uniform allowance

Experience:

Optical:

1 year (Preferred) Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)

Ophthalmology:

1 year (Preferred) Medical office experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person