Optometric Technician at Michigan Ophthalmology Specialists – Northville, Michigan

The Optometric Technician will be responsible for assisting the doctor with providing thorough comprehensive visual exams, medical exams, office visits, in-office minor medical procedures, and contact lens follow-ups by performing preliminary testing, electronic medical record entries, contact lens classes, support duties, and post exam follow-up.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform visual preliminary testing to include auto refraction, inner-ocular pressure, neutralizing prescription eyewear, blood pressure, visual acuity, motility testing, pupil assessment, confrontation fields, anterior chamber angle assessment, dilation, but not limited to these skill sets.

• Documentation recorded into the electronic medical record: Preliminary testing entries and patient chief complaint, medical history, medications, and social history, previous/current contact lens and eyewear prescriptions, but not limited to these entries.
• Escort patients throughout the exam process and transfer authority to appropriate department: Eyewear Consultant, Dispenser, or Customer Service Representative Educate patients on contact lens handling, wearing schedule, care and importance of owning prescription glasses.
• Accurately performs, follows, and adheres to the scheduling guidelines and to the allotted time given to perform preliminary testing and electronic medical record entries for each scheduled appointment.
• Interpret a doctor's prescription and suggest products and enhancements to address specific prescription requirements.
• Responsible for completing department training program and all necessary educational requirements to perform job responsibilities.
• Answer and address patient concerns and questions. Direct patients to the appropriate source when unable to address customer questions. Handle multiple patients effectively with tact and a sense of urgency.

Previous experience in an Optical department preferred

Strong customer service skills

Computer and/or electronic medical records knowledge required

Job ID: AELC