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Aberle Eye Care
Medical Technician
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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.
$46,388 / year median in New York
+27% projected growth
Job Description
Optometric Medical Technician Full Time Medical, Retirement, Vision The Candidate will be able to:
- Assist the doctor with patient examinations by taking case history information and performing tests for visual fields, keratometry, tonometry, depth perception, color vision, and additional tests as needed
- Efficiently work up patients while making them feel welcome and keep the doctor on schedule
- Counsel and teach patients about general contact lens topics. Perform instruction of insertion and removal of all types of contact lenses
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient electronic health records efficiently
- Prepare exam rooms at the start and end of each day
- Manage inventory, including contact lenses, solutions, cases, ophthalmic drops, and office supplies
- Support the team in keeping the office clean and running efficiently Minimum requirements for the position include:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to multitask while in a fast-paced clinic environment
- Excellent customer service skills, friendly demeanor, and detail oriented
- Stable work history
- Knowledge of basic mathematics
- Ideal candidates would have healthcare experience such as nursing assistant, medical tech, home health aide, or any experience dealing directly with patients
Hours:
Monday Closed Tuesday 9:00-5:30 Wednesday 8:00-2:00 Thursday 9:00-7:00 Friday 9:00-5:30 Saturday 8:00-1:00Sunday Closed Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00- $21.