Optometric Medical Technician - FLOAT - South Offices

About the role

Maine Optometry is expanding its team with new Doctors joining this summer. We are seeking an enthusiastic Optometric Medical Technician to join our South locations in Gorham, Saco, Standish, and Windham.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient care and eye examinations
• Explaining the sing process to patients, preparing them, and administering ss on visual capabilities
• Taking patient histories, and accurately entering information into the medical record
• Keeping records and inventory, and taking notes during examinations
• Aiding patients on the insertion and removal of contact lenses as well as educating patients on the care and maintenance of lenses
• Maintaining a clean environment for the patient
• Performing minor maintenance and repairs on examination equipment

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Optometry Office experience preferred, not required
• An Optometric Technician Certification is preferred, not required, and we will help you obtain certification!
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Self-motivation, and ability to work under pressure
• Able to manage time and multiple tasks effectively
• Maintains and demonstrates knowledge and understanding of patient privacy rights under HIPAA guidelines
• Maintains regular in-person attendance

What We Offer

• Competitive starting pay - pay is commensurate with experience
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Health insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Eyeglass and contact lens benefits
• Nine Holidays
• Even more benefits!