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Community Health Centers

Optometric Technician - Winter Garden

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Winter Garden, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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What they do

An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.

$39,427 / year median in Florida

+20% projected growth

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Job Description

Back to Careers Apply Optometric Technician - Winter Garden A career at Community Health Centers offers a unique opportunity to join a team that makes a real impact in our community every day, by improving individuals' health while enhancing their quality of life. Top Reasons to Work at Community Health Centers No weekends for the majority of our centers, 10 Paid Holidays and early Fridays A great benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan, and more. Competitive compensation with advancement opportunities and tuition / training reimbursement. Awarded "Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation" for five consecutive years. Awarded "Top 100 Workplaces for Growing Families" by Orlando Sentinel. Modernized and attractive health centers, that patients love.

Job Summary:

The Optometric Technician is responsible for first class customer service and for performing one or more of the following assignments: conducting pre-screening exams, processing patient's information through the computer system and maintaining the operation of the examination room.

Primary Responsibilities and Specific Duties:

Conducts pre-screening exam/testing Maintain clean, hygienic work area and exam room Completes patient visual history Prepares referrals, follow-up paperwork and associated tasks Assist in ordering of eyewear and repairs and adjustments of eyewear Assist in helping patients select their frames according to their insurance allowance. Assist in dispensing of eyewear and maintaining proper inventory Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the optical center. Completes additional projects and/or duties as assigned or necessary by the Optometric Coordinator within established guidelines.

Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification:

Current/valid BLS certification, or must be obtained within the first 30 days of employment.

Experience:

Minimum of 1yr experience in the optical/tech field preferred.

Special Skills:

Effective team player Exceptional customer service skills Outstanding oral and written communications skills. Bilingual preferred Strong ethics and a high level of personal and professional integrity. Self-motivated with strong organizational skills

Other Requirements:

Able to work flexible hours as needed. Apply