Website Tillamook Vision Center/ Pacific Vision
Tillamook Vision Center | Pacific Vision
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Optometric Technician to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, learning new medical skills, and being part of a collaborative healthcare environment.
Our clinic provides a high level of medical eye care and advanced diagnostic testing. As a technician, you will work closely with our doctors to collect clinical data, assist with patient care, and help ensure each patient has an excellent experience.
No previous optometry experience is required — we are happy to train the right candidate who is curious, dependable, and eager to learn.
What You’ll Do:
Clinical Testing & Patient Preparation:
Perform pretesting and diagnostic imaging such as visual acuity testing, intraocular pressure measurement, fundus photography, visual fields, tomography, and corneal topography.
Prepare patients for their exam and gather important medical information.
Doctor Support:
Enter patient information into the electronic health record.
Work alongside the optometrist as a scribe, documenting exam findings and treatment plans.
Patient Care & Education:
Guide patients through testing procedures.
Teach patients how to insert, remove, and care for contact lenses.
Help patients understand their treatment plans and follow-up care.
Continuing Education & Career Development:
We believe optometric technicians should be able to build a long-term career in eye care. Our clinic supports professional growth by providing:
Study materials for Certified Paraoptometric (CPO) certification, expected to earn CPO certification within one year of hire.
Support for CPOA and ABO certifications.
Opportunity to enroll in the Certified Paraoptometric Technician (CPOT) program, a two-year online degree.
80% tuition reimbursement for employees pursuing the CPOT degree. We actively support team members pursuing these advanced certifications.
What We’re Looking For:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to learn medical procedures and operate specialized equipment.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Interest in healthcare and helping patients.
Previous clinical experience is helpful but not required.
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Why Join Our Team:
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Opportunity to learn advanced diagnostic technology.
Clear path for professional certification and career growth.
Meaningful work helping patients protect their vision and eye health.
About Tillamook Vision Center
Tillamook Vision Center has been serving patients on the North Oregon coast for more than 30 years. We are a medical optometry clinic in a small town that otherwise would not have access to specialty eye care. We cover all primary eyecare needs: we manage eye diseases such as glaucoma, diabetes and macular degeneration; we offer both normal and specialty contact lenses including scleral fits and Ortho-Keratology; manage dry eye with the latest Lipiflow technology; comprehensive and vision exams; additionally we showcase the newest fashions in eyewear. Come by and see!