Optometric Assistant/Technician - Full-Time - Private Practice - Ankeny, IA
About the Practice
Located in The District of Prairie Trail in Ankeny, IA, our modern office and friendly staff makes coming to work fun. Come be a part of getting the chance to help make a difference in people's lives on a daily basis and continue our goal of providing excellent patient care.
About the Position
Our new Optometric Assistant will be an integral member of our team! We are searching for a new team member to join our growing practice.
As an Optometric Technician in our practice, your regular duties will include:
- Gets and records patients’ preliminary case histories.
- Prepares patient for vision examination, and helps in testing for near and far acuity, depth perception, macula integrity, color perception, and visual field, utilizing ocular testing apparatus.
- Instructs patient in care and use of glasses or contact lenses. Works with patients in vision therapy.
- Assists patient in frame selection.
- Adjusts and repairs glasses.
- Modifies contact lenses.
- Maintains records, schedules appointments, performs bookkeeping, handles correspondence, and does the filing.
- Maintains inventory of materials and cleans instruments.
- Assists in the fabrication of eyeglasses or contact lenses.
Requirements & Qualifications
- No prior eye care experience required
- Passionate about providing exceptional customer service and excellent communication skills
- Strong drive and ability to take initiative
Why You’ll Love this Opportunity
- Team Culture: With over 200 5* star reviews, our practice maintains a friendly, welcoming environment for patients and team members alike.
- Location: Located near Iowa's largest city, Ankeny has hovered at the top of the fastest-growing cities charts for the past decade. Praised for its family-friendly atmosphere and active lifestyle, Ankeny boasts extensive walking and biking trails, arts, music, and other entertainment, and some of the best schools in the Midwest.
- Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and discounts for glasses for staff members
We look forward to welcoming you to our team! Apply here, today through Eyes On Eyecare®!
