Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant - Bilingual
America's Best - Philadelphia, PA
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America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The Americau2019s Best brand continues to grow, with 1000 stores and counting. Each location combines both parts of the optical equation u2013 eyewear and eye care u2013 into one excellent experience at a single low price. For more details about America's Best, visit (. At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible. The optometric technician is key for keeping patient flow efficient, assisting the optometrist by conducting pre-screenings and testing prior to the Doctoru2019s examination. The valuable vision tests they conduct help the optometrist provide the best care possible. This position does not require optical experience or certification, training provided How would you like Sundays off? Yes, every Sunday weu2019re closed What would you do? u2013 The Specifics + Ensure high quality patient care. + Maintain a professional atmosphere and appearance of doctoru2019s office and pretest room. + Understand ocular terminology and diseases and know the ocular abbreviations. + Explain to the patient the types of preliminary examinations. + Complete necessary paperwork and perform testing on patients prior to doctor examination. + Promote visual field testing and retinal screenings to eligible patients. + Perform exam pre-screening. + Review prescriptions and/or patient information carefully and identifyu00a0special needs. Consult with the optician, Doctor or Retail Management when necessary. + Ensure equipment, both Doctoru2019s and pre-test, is properly maintained. Are you the right fit? u2013 The Suitable Talent + Fluent in reading and speaking both English and Spanish. + Previous retail/optical experience preferred, but not required. + Strong customer service skills. + Ability to learn optical knowledge. + Able to give instruction in a clear and concise manner to customers. + Effective interpersonal skills. + Excellent organizational skills. + Detailed oriented. + Multitasking and time-management skills. + Professional attitude and appearance. At National Vision, we reward hard work with competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family now and in the future.u00a0 Our Benefits Include:u00a0 + Health & Dental Insuranceu00a0 + 401k Retirement Savingsu00a0 + Flex Spending Accountu00a0 + Generous Paid Time Off & Company Holidaysu00a0 + Parental Leave + Employee Eyewear Discount + Overtime pay when applicable Focus on Professional Growth and Career Fulfillment:u00a0 + Training Programs: Develop your skills and knowledge with our comprehensive training offerings.u00a0 + Educational Courses: Gain access to courses that support both your personal and professional development.u00a0 + Internal Promotions: We emphasize career advancement from within, so youu2019ll have opportunities to grow with us long-term.u00a0 At National Vision, youu2019ll enjoy more than just a job u2013 youu2019ll have the chance to thrive in a rewarding career, surrounded by a supportive team and endless opportunities for growth. Join us today and see your future clearlyu00a0 We are an equal opportunity employer.u00a0 We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Notice:
Created: 2026-01-23