Position Overview
About the Job
Optometric Technicians work in conjunction with the doctors to perform activities involving patient care, pre-testing, post-exam duties, FDT testing and maintain the doctor’s appointment schedule in a manner that delivers a professional, pleasurable patient experience.
Performs preliminary evaluation of patients prior to exam by the OD, such as dilation, topicals, diagnostic medications, etc. Perform verbal interview with patient prior to visit with OD to determine medical issues and reasons for their visit for communication to OD prior to appointment Assists ODs to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as possible Instruct patients on medical care as prescribed by the doctor’s treatment plan and schedules follow up appointments as needed Discusses Lasik with patients and identifies patients interested in Lasik by reviewing patient information f...