Vision Practice - Ophthalmic Technician (Full-time, On-site)

Location: LIND Eyecare & Optical, Kearney, NE

What We Offer

• Starting wage per hour based on previous experience
• 6.5 paid holidays per year
• Accrued PTO
• Benefit eligibility based on status to include medical, dental, STD, life insurance and 401k
• Growth and wage increase through company paid certification program

Essential responsibilities

• Prepare patients for eye examinations by communicating the features and benefits of our preliminary testing procedures.
• Perform all preliminary and any doctor requested tests on all patients.
• Assist optometrist and ophthalmologist with patient procedures.
• Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays.
• Prepare exam room by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.
• Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for both patients and staff.
• Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by the office manager or team lead, and doctor(s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (per ADA guidelines)

• Physical
• Activity: Standing for sustained periods of time, Stooping, Grasping, Lifting, Talking, Hearing.
• Physical requirements: Light work. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. on a regular basis from floor to waist, 5 lbs. from waist to shoulder, and 5 lbs. from shoulder to overhead.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.