Optometric Technician

Job Title: Optometric Technician
Company: Grene Vision Group
Location: Fredonia, KS

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive Base Pay + Bonus
• Eyecare Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

• Full Time
• Office hours:
  Monday‑Friday 7:30 am‑6:00 pm;
  Saturday 8:00 am‑12:00 pm
• Flexible scheduling required – may need to work within the stated hours or occasionally earlier/later shifts.

An Optometric Technician assists an optometrist in delivering a world‑class patient experience, performing initial testing and supporting clinical operations.

• Facilitate patient flow and build relationships with all patients while delivering medical support.
• Greet patients promptly, maintain a professional attitude, and ensure a positive experience.
• Comply with all company policies, including HIPAA, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Operate and clean manual and automated optical equipment (lensometer, auto‑lensometer, autorefractor, retinal camera, visual field, etc.).
• Assist the doctor with preliminary testing and equipment setup as required.
• Verify medical and vision insurance information.
• Communicate effectively with patients, doctors, and managers via phone, email, and in‑person requests.
• Maintain a clean and organized examination area and perform general office duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate initiative and team orientation to support practice goals.
• Be available for extended or weekend shifts as business needs dictate.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Healthcare Management preferred).
• Favorable background check and proof of identity and right to work in the United States.
• Basic computer skills: proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong customer‑service skills and the ability to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Logical and critical‑thinking abilities; detail oriented; reliable and punctual.
• Positive attitude and flexibility in accepting work assignments and priorities.
• Knowledge of HIPAA guidelines and state/federal regulations related to optometry.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as bending, carrying, climbing, lifting, and standing for extended periods.

• Previous medical office or optometric experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of one year in a customer‑facing role.

• Travel to other site locations may be necessary; must have reliable transportation and a clean driving record.
• Exposure to blood or bodily fluids, cleaning supplies, and normal office equipment.

Eye Care 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.