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Optometric Technician - Willing to Train!

Andover, KSOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 26 days ago

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Required skills

  • High School Diploma
  • GED
  • Background Check
  • Basic computer skills
  • HIPAA
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Outlook

Nice to have

  • Previous medical office experience
  • Previous ophthalmic experience
  • Lensometer
  • Autorefractor
  • Keratometer
  • Retinal camera

Role summary

Grene Vision Group is seeking an Optometric Technician in Andover, KS, willing to train individuals with no prior medical/eyecare experience. This full-time role involves assisting optometrists with preliminary testing, managing patient flow, verifying insurance, and operating optical equipment. The position requires strong customer service skills, basic computer proficiency, and open availability. Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401k with matching, and PTO. A high school diploma or GED is required, and a favorable background check is necessary.

Job Title: Optometric TechnicianCompany: Grene Vision GroupLocation: Andover, KSTravel: Travel to other locations may be required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!

Training Provided – No medical/eyecare experience required!

Hours:

  • Full Time
  • Our offices are open Monday-Friday 7:30am-6pm, Saturday 8am-12pm
  • You will not work all of these hours, but you must have open availability to work any shift within these hours
  • You may have to work a little earlier/later as needed

    • Benefits:

  • Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  • 401k + Employer Matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Competitive Base Pay
  • Eyecare Certification Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts

    • Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
  • Favorable result on Background Check
  • Basic computer skills
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Excitement to learn and grow

    • Essential Functions:

  • Facilitate patient flow
  • Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
  • Verify medical and vision insurances
  • Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
  • Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests

    • SUMMARY

    An Optometric Technician is a valuable asset to an optometrist as they assist in providing a world class Total Patient Experience. This team member is able to handle a wide range of duties while using optical equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Optometrist.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Embrace and execute our Total Patient Experience to build relationships with all patients while delivering great medical support
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
  • Practice urgency at all times placing value on a patient’s time, as well as the doctor’s time and schedule
  • Operate manual lensometer, auto-lensometer, autorefractor/keratometer, retinal camera, visual field, GDX or OCT
  • Follow scripting for testing equipment (photos, visual fields, visual activity, etc.)
  • Clean all examination equipment including tonometer tip
  • Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all time
  • General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
  • Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
  • Commitment to work hours that meet the needs of the business which may include weekends, schedule changes or an extended schedule

    • QUALIFICATIONS

  • Previous medical office experience preferred; previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 1 year in a position interacting with customers/patients or the equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Favorable result on background check as required by state
  • Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States

    • EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or GED required

    • LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

  • None

    • SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

    • LOCATION

  • Work is primarily performed in a standard office or clinical setting. However, travel to other locations may be required to carry out essential job duties and responsibilities

    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

    • If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

    EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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