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The duties of the optometric assistant include, but are not limited to: answering phones, scheduling appointments, insurance authorization/submission, patient pre-testing, patient contact lens and ...

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Students interested in optometry school are especially encouraged to apply. Responsibilities * Welcome and check in patients * Assist with preliminary testing before eye exams * Help patients select ...

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Students interested in optometry school are especially encouraged to apply. Responsibilities * Welcome and check in patients * Assist with preliminary testing before eye exams * Help patients select ...

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Optometric Technician

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Our well-established, multi-physician optometry practice is looking for a Full-Time Optometric Technician to join our dedicated and friendly team. About the Role: As an Optometric Technician, you'll ...

Optometric Technician

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

Our well-established, multi-physician optometry practice is looking for a Full-Time Optometric Technician to join our dedicated and friendly team. About the Role: As an Optometric Technician, you'll ...

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How much do optometry jobs jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for optometry jobs in the United States is $124,213.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Optometry Jobs job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,213 per year, or $59.7 per hour.
Optometric Medical Technician - North Offices

Optometric Medical Technician - North Offices

Maine Optometry

Brunswick, ME • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Optometric Medical Technician

Full-time, in-person technician

North locations: Lewiston, Brunswick, and Freeport.

Starting wage $20.00/hour

$500 Sign on bonus (CPO Certified)

Hours of Operation:

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (roughly one day a month)

What We Offer:

  • Competitive starting pay - pay is commensurate with experience
  • 401K retirement savings plan
  • Health insurance
  • Paid vacation time
  • Eyeglass and contact lens benefits
  • Nine Holidays
  • And even more benefits!


If you're friendly, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a positive work environment, we want to hear from you! Experience in healthcare or customer service is a plus but not required – we provide comprehensive training.


Summary / Objective

We are a private practice Optometry office with several locations throughout southern and central Maine looking to grow our team! We need technicians to assist our optometrists in providing excellent patient care in a fast-paced clinic. Looking for reliable, fast learning, customer service-oriented individuals interested in a career in healthcare. We are a very medically oriented office with extensive specialty testing for eye disease but also see routine exams for contact lenses and glasses as well as eye emergencies. This keeps things fresh and exciting since no two days are the same!

The Optometric Medical Technician helps the Optometrist with eye examinations, performs admin duties, and maintains and cleans the examination equipment.

To be a successful Optometric Medical Technician, you should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. You should also be detail-oriented and meticulous, with a keen interest in maintaining ocular equipment.

Essential Functions

  • Assisting with patient care and eye examinations
  • Explaining the testing process to patients, preparing them, and administering tests on visual capabilities
  • Taking patient histories, and accurately entering information into the medical record
  • Keeping records and inventory, and taking notes during examinations
  • Assisting patients on the insertion and removal of contact lenses as well as educating patients on the care and maintenance of lenses
  • Maintaining a clean environment for the patient
  • Performing minor maintenance and repairs on examination equipment

Optometric Technician Qualifications

  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Optometry Office experience preferred, not required
  • An Optometric Technician Certification is preferred, not required, and we will help you obtain certification!
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Self-motivation, and ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to manage time and multiple tasks effectively.
  • Maintains and demonstrates knowledge and understanding of patient privacy rights under HIPAA guidelines.
  • Maintains regular in-person attendance