Optometric Technician

Summary of Position:

The Optometric Technicians are responsible for:

➔   Log in for doctor

➔   Set up Tech room and Doctor rooms daily

➔   Deep cleaning every day/Vacuuming

➔   Read previous RX on patients’ glasses (especially new patients)

➔   Be sure to always check VAs (both distance and near) when pt comes in with contact lenses before having pt take them out.

➔   Complete Auto Refraction & IOP exams

➔   Conduct Retinal image & VAs when requested

➔   Input all pertinent exam information in exam writer

➔   Input RX in phoroptor, pull up retinal image, and lock computer in Doctor room

➔   Visual field, OCT (medical recommended by Dr)

➔   When completing the OCT, be sure to download results into PDF, then proceed to attach OCT into the patient’s eDocs in order for it to be accessible for the doctors.

➔   Complete contact orders and notify patients when order is ready

➔   Replenish diagnostic contact lenses (scan trials EVERY WEDNESDAY)

➔   Make sure trials get put up asap.

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➔   Assist Front desk when necessary

➔   Ensure supplies are replenished (hand sanitizer, alcohol, napkins, contact lens cases, solution, eye drops)

➔   Verify contact lens cases are stocked in pre test and doctor rooms

➔   Take phone calls in a timely manner

➔   Assist Front desk with Recalls & pre appointments

➔   Input patient information into Officemate & demographic information into Exam Writer

➔   Follow all COVID-19 office protocols

◆   Take patient temperatures

◆   Disinfect chairs & pens

◆   Disinfect both doctor rooms and pretest room

➔   Organize and dispense contact lenses