Optometric Technician Jobs in California
An Optometric Technician plays a crucial role in the optometry field by assisting optometrists in providing eye care services to patients. Their responsibilities may include conducting pre-examination tests, maintaining ophthalmic instruments, scheduling appointments, and assisting with vision tests and measurements. They also provide patient education on lens care, frame adjustments, and contact lens handling. They play a significant part in ensuring a smooth and efficient operation within the optometry office.
They must possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well within a team. They should also have a strong understanding of optometric technology and equipment. While certification is not always required, becoming a Certified Paraoptometric (CPO) or Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA) can enhance job prospects and professional growth. Individuals often start in entry-level roles such as a medical assistant, administrative assistant, or receptionist in a healthcare setting before advancing to an Optometric Technician position.
Provide patient education for eye health and/or vision conditions, to include assisting with patient contact lens insertion, removal, and hygiene (cleaning and disinfection) care....
Optometric Technician (EYEcenter Optometric)
- Citrus Heights, CA
- 8 days ago
- Citrus Heights, CA
- 8 days ago
lens insertion; educate and train patients on contact lens insertion and removal Order contact lenses of various types of materials and designs and manage contact lens trials inventory Administer topical...
Part Time Optometric Technician (Optometry in The Square)
- Lakewood, CA
- 9 days ago
- Lakewood, CA
- 9 days ago
lens insertion; educate and train patients on contact lens insertion and removal Order contact lenses of various types of materials and designs and manage contact lens trials inventory Administer topical...
The optometry OT is also responsible for helping assist patients in the optical area with the fitting, ordering and dispensing of eyeglasses or contact lenses as directed by the optometrist....
Verify the specification of contact lenses with proper equipment. Cleans and polishes contact lenses. Cleans and maintains the contact lens inventory....
field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients.Perform exam pre-screening.Review prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identify special needs....
Optometrist/Contact Lens Specialist University of California San Francisco
- San Francisco, CA
- 16 days ago
- San Francisco, CA
- 16 days ago
The Optometrists: Provides complex contact lens fittings, including scleral lenses for patients of all ages Provides optometric examinations including but not limited to: pupillary reflexes, tonometry...
Optometric Technician (Bakersfield Eye Care)
- Bakersfield, CA
- 17 days ago
- Bakersfield, CA
- 17 days ago
lens insertion; educate and train patients on contact lens insertion and removal Order contact lenses of various types of materials and designs and manage contact lens trials inventory Administer topical...
The Optometrists: Provides complex contact lens fittings, including scleral lenses for patients of all ages Provides optometric examinations including but not limited to: pupillary reflexes, tonometry...
The Coherent Integrated Optical Systems business unit is a precision optics and optical assemblies design and manufacturing group, which specializes in high-precision aspheres for a variety of...
The Coherent Integrated Optical Systems business unit is a precision optics and optical assemblies design and manufacturing group, which specializes in high-precision aspheres for a variety of...
coherence tomography (OCT)....
Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Bilingual
- Westminster, CA
- 45+ days ago
- Westminster, CA
- 45+ days ago
Promote visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients. Perform exam pre-screening. Review prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identify special needs....
lens insertion; educate and train patients on contact lens insertion and removal Order contact lenses of various types of materials and designs and manage contact lens trials inventory Administer topical...
Optometric Technician (Eagle Vision Eye Care)
- Sacramento, CA
- 45+ days ago
- Sacramento, CA
- 45+ days ago
lens insertion; educate and train patients on contact lens insertion and removal Order contact lenses of various types of materials and designs and manage contact lens trials inventory Administer topical...
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optometric Technician positions.
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Optometric Technicians in California offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Optometric Technician position
- Lensometry
- Contact Lens
- Visual Field Testing
- Special Needs
- Office Procedures
- Eye Care
- Optometry
- Autorefractor
- Optical Knowledge
- Pre-Testing
- Tonometry
- Corneal Topography
- Dilation
- Fundus Photography
- Optomap
- Contact Lens Fitting
- Pachymetry
- Tono-Pen
- Retinal Photography
- Eye Exams
- LASIK
- Topography
- Scribe
- Vision Therapy
- Refractometry
- Humphrey Visual Field
- Intraocular Pressure
- Prescription Dispensing
- Visual Acuity
- Diagnostic Testing
- Medical Assisting
- Organizational Development
- Patient Care
- Electronic Medical Records
- Medical Records
- Scheduling Appointments
- HIPAA
- Health Care
- Military Background
- Prioritizing
- Retail
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Healthcare Management
- Telephone Skills
- Documentation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Filing
- Sales
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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