Optometric Technician

Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience

About Advanced Vision & Achievement Center:
Advanced Vision & Achievement Center is a patient-focused optometry practice dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care in a welcoming, collaborative environment. Our services include routine eye examinations, medical eye care, specialty contact lenses, vision therapy, and treatment for conditions including dry eye, glaucoma, and presbyopia.
Our team uses advanced diagnostic technology to provide exceptional care while creating a positive and comfortable experience for every patient.

Position Overview:
Advanced Vision & Achievement Center is seeking a dependable, personable Optometric Technician to join our Phoenix team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with patients and wants to be part of a supportive, fast-paced optometry practice. The Optometric Technician works closely with our doctors to prepare patients for examinations, perform preliminary and diagnostic testing, document patient information, and help keep the clinical schedule running efficiently.
Previous optometry or ophthalmology experience is preferred; however, we are also interested in candidates with strong medical or patient-care experience who are eager to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and room patients for their examinations
• Obtain and document patient medical and ocular histories
• Record current medications, allergies, and chief complaints
• Perform preliminary vision testing and prepare patients for the optometrist
• Perform visual acuity testing
• Conduct autorefractor and other pre-testing procedures
• Perform retinal imaging using Optos® technology
• Assist with visual field and other diagnostic testing
• Measure and document intraocular pressure as trained and permitted
• Assist doctors during examinations and procedures as needed
• Accurately enter patient information and testing results into the EHR
• Explain testing procedures to patients and help ensure they feel comfortable throughout their visit
• Prepare and maintain examination rooms and clinical equipment
• Clean and disinfect equipment according to established procedures
• Assist with patient flow to help the practice remain on schedule
• Communicate effectively with doctors, front-office staff, and other team members
• Provide friendly, professional, patient-centered service at all times
• Assist in other areas of the practice when needed as part of a collaborative team

Technology & Equipment:
Our practice utilizes modern optometric technology, including:

• Autorefractor
• Optos® Retinal Imaging
• Digital Phoropter
• Compass Diagnostic Technology
• EyeFinity Practice Management Software
• Encompass ETM/EHR
• Experience with these specific systems is helpful but not required.

Qualifications:

• Previous optometric or ophthalmic technician experience preferred
• Medical office, clinical, or direct patient-care experience will also be considered
• Comfortable learning and operating diagnostic equipment
• Strong computer and data-entry skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to provide compassionate and professional patient care
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and maintain accuracy in a busy clinical environment
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Willingness to learn new technology and clinical procedures

What We're Looking For:
We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys helping patients and understands that a great patient experience involves both excellent clinical care and excellent customer service.
The ideal candidate is someone who can move comfortably between patient care, technology, documentation, and teamwork. You should be willing to jump in where needed and work collaboratively with the entire practice to provide the best possible experience for our patients.

Why Join Advanced Vision & Achievement Center?

• Supportive, team-oriented practice
• Patient-focused environment
• Modern technology and advanced diagnostic equipment
• Opportunity to expand your optometric and clinical skills
• Hands-on training and professional development
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced eye-care professionals
• Stable position with opportunities for continued growth
• Convenient Phoenix location

If you're passionate about patient care and interested in building your career in optometry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join the Advanced Vision & Achievement Center team.

EEOC Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.