Job Title: Optometric Technician
Company: Clarkson Eyecare
Location: O'Fallon, MO

Perks

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
Employee Discounts

Hours:

Full Time
Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-7pm, Saturday 8am-1pm
- You may need to work a little earlier and/or later as needed
- You will not work all of these hours, but you must have open availability to work any shift within these hours

Requirements:

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

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.