Optical Tech

OPTICAL TECHNICIAN SERVICES

SPECIFIC TASKS. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collect detailed history and complete required documentation.
• Use of vision testers, and other optometry equipment to complete unaided and aided distant and near visual acuity and color vision testing.
• Assists patients in the selection and ordering of proper fitting standard and safety eye wear frames.
• Takes detailed measurements including pupillary distance and segment height.
• Adjusts eyeglasses for proper fit.
• Verifies eyeglasses using lensometer.
• Performs minor eyeglass repairs.
• Obtains release forms and maintains patient medical records documentation.
• Receives and directs patients, answers routine inquiries and makes referrals.
• Determines nature of inquiry and visitors, and other requesting information, guidance or referral for special assistance.
• Performs supervised technical procedures to provide optometrists and ophthalmologists with information and data necessary to assist with delivery of comprehensive eye vision care services.
• Utilizes proper infection control practices before and after each patient use in addition to following standard protocol for hand hygiene.
• Monitors patients for adverse reactions and takes corrective action based on established policy.
• Maintains excellent rapport with other clinical staff, prosthetics department, and contracted vendors and participates in clinical staff communication and training efforts.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.
• Prepare and submit appropriate documentation as specified in applicable regulations.
• Instruction of clinic staff on an ad hoc basis.