JOB SUMMARY

An Optometric Technician is a multi-skilled person trained to assist in all aspects of an optometric medical practice under the direct responsibility of an Optometrist. The technician assists with patient care, administrative and clinical procedures to include scribing Optometrist dictation of visit.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum education requirement is high school diploma or GED.
• No certification is required for an Optometric Technician I. Prior experience is desired and helpful, but training can be on the job.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Correctly summarizes and documents the Optometrist's verbal statements during an examination, including but not limited to: proper charting of the examination, documenting additions to the chief complaint, assessment, plan and recommendations for treatment.
• Appropriately identifies, in any progress note, self as the individual acting as the Optometrist's scribe.
• Observes the patient and the Optometrist and assists as appropriate during the exam.
• Identify self, department, and Optometrist when performing a diagnostic procedure on a patient.
• Assist with patient examinations, exam room preparation, procedures, or treatments as directed by the Optometrist. Assist with refractions as required by the Optometrist. Help patients understand and comply with treatments the Optometrist prescribes.
• Perform certain tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic information.
• Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the Optometrist for testing or treatment.
• Assist with office surgical procedures.
• Coordinate schedule changes with front desk.
• Ensure all charge slips are completed and entered on a daily basis. Maintain up-to-date records of daily charges.
• Assemble patient charts for daily appointments.
• Efficiently and accurately input data into electronic medical record system.
• Function as Patient Services Representative (PSR) as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Sedentary (exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally)
• Standing/Walking: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time
• Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods.
• Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions.
• Must be mobile and able to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time.
• Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): Yes
• Seeing: Yes
• Hearing: Yes

EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Must exhibit stable work behaviors daily.
• Must possess adequate individual coping skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional regardless of workload or time constraints.
• Must be able to work under stress and remain calm and professional.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Clinical back/front office environment
• Exposed to frequent and constant interruptions in daily functions/schedule.
• Must be available to customers and staff throughout the day.
• May be required to work extended hours to meet department needs.