Optometry Technician

Exact Eye Care in Storm Lake, Iowa has an immediate opening for a full-time optometry technician / optician / office assistant focusing on patient care and retail sales. Exact Eye Care is a clinic offering well-vision exams and advanced vision-medical treatments, as well as a retail boutique featuring designer, fashion and budget family eyewear. We are looking for an energetic, customer-focused individual who can confidently work with patients in a clinical setting, perform vision pretesting and make eyewear and frame recommendations based on patients' style, face shape, features and prescription. The ideal candidate will work directly with patients and doctors to provide clinical assistance and perform vision pretesting, as well as recommend the best lens and frame options with a focus on optical sales and patient / customer styling. Experience and license preferred but will train the right team member. Additional administrative duties include insurance verification and claim submission.

You must:

Be friendly, warm and fun Be focused on customer service Have excellent attention to detail Be proficient in basic computer skills and software applications Work effectively with a high-performing team Able to build patient and customer relationships Communicate with clarity Deliver an extraordinary patient experience Bilingual (English / Spanish) is a plus but not required. Full time position Salary and bonus based on experience Paid time off Vision and health insurance available Starting salary $16 per hour with possible increase for licensed candidates or candidates with previous clinical, optical, optical sales or insurance experience. Hours - Monday - Friday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM with one evening until 7:00 PM and one Saturday morning per month. Email drvanderlei@exacteyecare.com with resume or to request an application. Applications can be completed at the Storm Lake clinic at 318 E. 5th St.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have any experience working in optometry?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person