Optometric Technician - Third Ward

What you’ll do :

• Act as the primary liaison between doctor and patient, establishing a great rapport with all eye exam patients
• Perform preliminary clinical data collection (including but not limited to : autorefraction, visual acuity, eye pressure, pupil testing, ocular motility testing, retinal imaging, and lensometry)
• Support with in person and video assisted eye exam appointments as available
• Support new contact lens wearers through delivering insertion and removal training. Additionally, train additional team members (as directed by the Store Leader) on how to deliver insertion and removal training
• Support the patient and store team through each step of the booking process with appointment confirmation, annual exam outreach, and contact lens follow up to ensure the patient has a seamless appointment experience
• Efficiently manage the flow of our patients through the eye exam process
• Provide support to the doctor in maintaining meticulous and accurate records of data collected
• Help with the preparation of reports to other medical professionals as needed
• Ensure adherence to governmental regulations and privacy policies (e.g. HIPAA / PIPEDA), and company procedures
• Prepare and maintain an organized exam room by replenishing supplies, keeping contact lens trials up-to-date, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness for our equipment, and performing ongoing maintenance and calibration as needed
• Support the retail sales team as directed by the Store Leader

Who you are :

• Professional, articulate, and have a compassionate approach to patient care
• A team player who’s effective and efficient when collaborating and communicating with doctors, the store team, and patients
• Excellent with multitasking, organization, and time management in prioritizing appointments to maintain efficient patient flow
• Able to think outside of the box when needed
• Precise and comfortable with technology, and able to quickly learn and effectively use new medical applications
• Excited to work side by side (or virtually!) with a doctor in a high-volume retail setting

Extra Credit :

• 1+ years of experience in a medical environment supporting doctors
• Exceptionally knowledgeable about eyewear and able to accurately describe the features and benefits of different offerings.

Patients have questions, and we always like to have answers.)

• Working knowledge of G Suite
• Previous work experience with optometry, electronic health records, or medical care
• Familiar with healthcare technology systems and equipment (EMR systems, retinal cameras, exam room equipment)
• Completion of an Optometric Technician training program or CPOT certification (Certified Paraoptometric Technician)

Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full-time employees :

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement savings plan with a company match
• Parental leave (non-birthing parents included)
• Short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bereavement Leave
• Optical Education Reimbursement
• Snack Pantry
• And more (just ask!)
30+ days ago