Optometric Technician Jobs
An Optometric Technician plays a crucial role in the optometry field by assisting optometrists in providing eye care services to patients. Their responsibilities may include conducting pre-examination tests, maintaining ophthalmic instruments, scheduling appointments, and assisting with vision tests and measurements. They also provide patient education on lens care, frame adjustments, and contact lens handling. They play a significant part in ensuring a smooth and efficient operation within the optometry office.
They must possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well within a team. They should also have a strong understanding of optometric technology and equipment. While certification is not always required, becoming a Certified Paraoptometric (CPO) or Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA) can enhance job prospects and professional growth. Individuals often start in entry-level roles such as a medical assistant, administrative assistant, or receptionist in a healthcare setting before advancing to an Optometric Technician position.

- Eye Care Partners
- Madison, AL
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Madison, AL
- 1 day ago
Job Title: Optometric Technician Company: Eyecare Associates Location: Madison, AL Training Provided No medical/eyecare experience required!...

Surgical Technician - The Eye Institute of West Florida
- Eye Care Partners
- Largo, FL
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Largo, FL
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Surgical Technician - PART-TIME
- Eye Care Partners
- Grand Rapids, MI
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Grand Rapids, MI
- 1 day ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

- Neighborhood Health
- Alexandria, VA
- 1 day ago
- Neighborhood Health
- Alexandria, VA
- 1 day ago
lenses, tracks arrivals, notifies optometrist and clients of contact lens trial arrivals. • Assists in teaching proper contact lens hygiene, insertion and removal skills to clients. • Assists in demonstrating...

- Eye Care Partners
- Laveen, AZ
- 1 day ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Laveen, AZ
- 1 day ago
lens orders using current process Acknowledge patients in a friendly, approachable way that invites them into the office Maintain frame standards with cleaning, organization, full and well-presented...

Optometric Technician / Front Desk Coordinator
- PREMIER EYECARE
- Knoxville, TN
- 4 days ago
- PREMIER EYECARE
- Knoxville, TN
- 4 days ago
Premier Eyecare is seeking an energetic, friendly, professional, and career-oriented person to fill an optometric technician/front desk position in our growing West Knoxville, TN office....

Patient Educator - Contact Lens Tech
- Eye Care Partners
- Grand Rapids, MI
- 5 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Grand Rapids, MI
- 5 days ago
Educate patients on contact lens products, proper care of contact lens, and insertion and removal of contact lenses....

Contact Lens Tech - Day Shift Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
- Eye Care Partners
- Grand Rapids, MI
- 5 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Grand Rapids, MI
- 5 days ago
Educate patients on contact lens products, proper care of contact lens, and insertion and removal of contact lenses....

Surgical Technician (PRN - 3 days a month) - Willing to train!
- Eye Care Partners
- Hannibal, MO
- 5 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Hannibal, MO
- 5 days ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Surgical Technician - Eye Surgery Center of Elizabethtown
- Eye Care Partners
- Elizabethtown, KY
- 5 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Elizabethtown, KY
- 5 days ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Part-Time Surgical Technician - Day Shift, NO weekends or call! Vet Techs and LPNs welcome!
- Eye Care Partners
- Tallmadge, OH
- 5 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Tallmadge, OH
- 5 days ago
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Optical Technician / Optical Sales
- Eye Care Partners
- Tyler, TX
- 11 days ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Tyler, TX
- 11 days ago
lens orders using current process Acknowledge patients in a friendly, approachable way that invites them into the office Maintain frame standards with cleaning, organization, full and well-presented...
The optometric technician is key for keeping patient flow efficient, assisting the optometrist by conducting pre-screenings and testing prior to the Doctors examination....
Eyeglass World has over 100 locations across the United States and offers eye exams, contact lenses, eyeglasses, sunglasses and protective eyewear....
Job Status: Part-Time We're searching for all-around amazing Optometric Technicians to work hand in hand with our Optometrists to give each eye exam patient a stellar experience in our stores....
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Salary for Optometric Technician Jobs Nationwide
Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optometric Technician positions.
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Optometric Technicians offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Optometric Technician position
- Lensometry
- Contact Lens
- Visual Field Testing
- Special Needs
- GDx
- Office Procedures
- Tonometer
- Eye Care
- Phoropter
- Ocular Disease
- Optometry
- Autorefractor
- Optical Knowledge
- Tonometry
- Pre-Testing
- Keratometry
- Corneal Topography
- Topography
- Dilation
- Refraction
- Fundus Photography
- Pachymetry
- Contact Lens Fitting
- Tono-Pen
- Vision Therapy
- Retinal Photography
- Eye Exams
- Humphrey Visual Field
- Slit Lamp Exam
- Intraocular Pressure
- Scribe
- Ophthalmology
- Diagnostic Testing
- Visual Acuity
- Medical Assisting
- Patient Care
- HIPAA
- Affirmative Action
- General Office Duties
- Military Background
- Retail
- High School Diploma
- Prioritizing
- Friendliness
- Healthcare Management
- Telephone Skills
- Typing
- Interpersonal Skills
- Filing
- Sales
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Team Building
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Excel
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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