What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometry Technician Durant Optometry position at Choctaw Nation?
Job Purpose or Objective(s): As an Optometry Technician you will provide patient care such as ordering glasses, equipment sterilization, ancillary testing, restocking meds, and assisting patients with frame selection and order. You work under the supervision of and report to the Optometrist.
PG07- Start Rate: $21.23 | Monday through Friday 8am - 4:30pm |
Primary Tasks:
1. Perform test including auto refraction, obtain visual acuities, visual field testing, reading glasses prescriptions, and OCT testing
2. Obtain intraocular pressures, instilling medication into the eyes, and retinal photography.
3. Record the chief complaint and reason for exam, pupillary evaluation, extraocular muscle evaluation, and equipment sterilization.
4. Assist patients with frame selections, measuring the pupillary distance, mark lenses for bifocals, explain lens options to the patient, and place orders for spectacles.
5. Verify spectacle prescription upon receipt of glasses, which may also include calling patients for pick-up and dispensing and frame adjustment.
6. Manage electronic medical record documentation, medication verification/updates, and facility fee coding/documentation.
7. Maintain stock of ophthalmic medications used in office.
8. Assist reception with patient scheduling/rescheduling, answering phones, and dispensing/adjusting glasses when needed.
9. You will perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Computer knowledge and typing accuracy
- Good communication skills, work ethic, and attitude
- Basic knowledge in optometric field
- Organized and has the ability to work well with the general public and other departmental staff
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 200,000 tribal members and more than 11,000 employees. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation's vision, "Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture," is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity.
BenefitsFree gym membership
Free access to employee health clinic
Free lunch for casino & resort associates
Earned wages access once per week for hourly Associates
Pet insurance
Paid vacation / sick time
Medical / Dental / Vision
401(K) with company match
College tuition reimbursement
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and family leave
Employee assistance program
Employee prescription program
CNO Paid Life Insurance
Teladoc
On Site Dental Clinics (Jet Dental)
On Site Mammogram Services
Free diabetes and hypertension monitoring benefit (Livongo)
Accolade- Concierge Benefits Program
Wellness Program that equals savings on health insurance cost (Virgin Pulse)
Maternity Care Program
(Benefits provided by the Choctaw Nation are based on employment classification)
CNO was selected as a winner in both HRDUS' and Forbes' 2022 "Employer of Choice" competitions:Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma received recognition as one of six Best Places to Work in the United States as selected by HRDUS
Choctaw Casinos & Resorts received recognition from Forbes as a Best Employer for Diversity in the Travel & Leisure category.
Forbes also recognized the Choctaw Casino and Resorts as one of America's Best Employers for New Graduates .
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