Optometric Assistant

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The Kansas City Free Eye Clinic (KCFEC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that serves as a safety net for vision care, operating on a volunteer and community-based model. We strongly advocate for eye health for all individuals and believe that clear sight is essential for everyone.

The Ophthalmic technician is a vital asset to the team, providing noteworthy care to patients with a wide range of duties that include working in conjunction with the optometrist to perform pre and post exam care, and maintaining the doctor's appointment schedule to ensure efficient patient flow.

Major duties and Responsibilities

• Explain and perform the preliminary examination process prior to doctors examination
• Obtain patient's physical history, to include chief complaint and reason for visit
• Gather past history both ocular and general and family
• Review medications and allergies, including current ocular prescription and non-prescription medications
• Measure eyeglass prescription using manual or automated lensometer, recording sphere, cylinder, axis, and prism
• Maintain pretest and examination equipment
• Uphold detailed patient records
• Conform to all HIPAA regulations and sustaining strict patient confidentiality
• Perform miscellaneous clerical duties

*Note: These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Self-motivation, and ability to work under pressure
• Detail-oriented
• Basic computer skills/ understanding of electronic health records
• Understanding of cultural competency and working with underserved populations

Physical demands

While performing the duties of this job candidates may be required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. Candidates will frequently use their hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, as well as reach with hands and arms. Candidates will occasionally be required to climb, balance, and stoop, kneel, and bend. Candidates must be able to lift and/or move 15+ pounds.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must have reliable transportation
• Previous experience working as an optometric technician or in a medical office preferred, but not required

Note: This is an unpaid position.