Optometric Technician, Part-Time - Walt Whitman

$39,520 - $39,520/Yr

Warby Parker - Huntington Station, NY

Part-time - Entry Level

Huntington Station, NY

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Optometric Technician position at Warby Parker is a part-time role focused on providing exceptional patient care during eye exams. The technician will work closely with optometrists to ensure a smooth and efficient eye exam process, managing a high volume of patients and performing various pre-testing procedures. This role is essential in creating a stellar experience for patients while adhering to privacy regulations and maintaining organized exam rooms.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between doctor and patient, establishing rapport with eye exam patients.
• Perform preliminary clinical data collection including autorefraction, visual acuity, eye pressure, pupil testing, ocular motility testing, retinal imaging, and lensometry.
• Support in-person and video-assisted eye exam appointments as available.
• Deliver insertion and removal training for new contact lens wearers and train additional team members as directed.
• Assist patients and store team with appointment confirmation, annual exam outreach, and contact lens follow-up.
• Efficiently manage patient flow through the eye exam process.
• Support the doctor in maintaining accurate records of collected data.
• Prepare reports for other medical professionals as needed.
• Ensure adherence to governmental regulations and privacy policies (e.g., HIPAA/PIPEDA).
• Maintain an organized exam room by replenishing supplies and ensuring cleanliness of equipment.
• Support the retail sales team as directed by the Store Leader.

Requirements

• Professional and articulate with a compassionate approach to patient care.
• Effective team player with strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Excellent multitasking, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to think outside the box when needed.
• Comfortable with technology and able to quickly learn new medical applications.

Nice-to-haves

• 1+ years of experience in a medical environment supporting doctors.
• Knowledgeable about eyewear and able to describe features and benefits accurately.
• Working knowledge of G Suite.
• Previous experience with optometry, electronic health records, or medical care.
• Familiarity with healthcare technology systems and equipment (EMR systems, retinal cameras, exam room equipment).
• Completion of an Optometric Technician training program or CPOT certification.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $19 per hour.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative company.
• Engagement in a mission-driven organization that values vision care accessibility.