Warby Parker · 2 days ago
Optometric Technician, Part-Time - Union Square NY
New York, NY
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19/hr - $19/hr
1+ years expWarby Parker is a company dedicated to inspiring and impacting the world with vision, purpose, and style. They are seeking all-around amazing Optometric Technicians to work alongside Optometrists, manage patient flow, perform pre-testing, and ensure a smooth eye exam experience.
E-CommerceFashionRetail
Responsibilities
Act as the primary liaison between doctor and patient, establishing a great rapport with all eye exam patients
Perform preliminary clinical data collection (including but not limited to: autorefraction, visual acuity, eye pressure, pupil testing, ocular motility testing, retinal imaging, and lensometry)
Support with in person and video assisted eye exam appointments as available
Support new contact lens wearers through delivering insertion and removal training. Additionally, train additional team members (as directed by the Store Leader) on how to deliver insertion and removal training
Support the patient and store team through each step of the booking process with appointment confirmation, annual exam outreach, and contact lens follow up to ensure the patient has a seamless appointment experience
Efficiently manage the flow of our patients through the eye exam process
Provide support to the doctor in maintaining meticulous and accurate records of data collected
Help with the preparation of reports to other medical professionals as needed
Ensure adherence to governmental regulations and privacy policies (e.g. HIPAA/PIPEDA), and company procedures
Prepare and maintain an organized exam room by replenishing supplies, keeping contact lens trials up-to-date, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness for our equipment, and performing ongoing maintenance and calibration as needed
Support the retail sales team as directed by the Store Leader
Qualification
Required
Act as the primary liaison between doctor and patient, establishing a great rapport with all eye exam patients
Perform preliminary clinical data collection (including but not limited to: autorefraction, visual acuity, eye pressure, pupil testing, ocular motility testing, retinal imaging, and lensometry)
Support with in person and video assisted eye exam appointments as available
Support new contact lens wearers through delivering insertion and removal training. Additionally, train additional team members (as directed by the Store Leader) on how to deliver insertion and removal training
Support the patient and store team through each step of the booking process with appointment confirmation, annual exam outreach, and contact lens follow up to ensure the patient has a seamless appointment experience
Efficiently manage the flow of our patients through the eye exam process
Provide support to the doctor in maintaining meticulous and accurate records of data collected
Help with the preparation of reports to other medical professionals as needed
Ensure adherence to governmental regulations and privacy policies (e.g. HIPAA/PIPEDA), and company procedures
Prepare and maintain an organized exam room by replenishing supplies, keeping contact lens trials up-to-date, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness for our equipment, and performing ongoing maintenance and calibration as needed
Support the retail sales team as directed by the Store Leader
Professional, articulate, and have a compassionate approach to patient care
A team player who's effective and efficient when collaborating and communicating with doctors, the store team, and patients
Excellent with multitasking, organization, and time management in prioritizing appointments to maintain efficient patient flow
Able to think outside of the box when needed
Precise and comfortable with technology, and able to quickly learn and effectively use new medical applications
Excited to work side by side (or virtually!) with a doctor in a high-volume retail setting
Preferred
1+ years of experience in a medical environment supporting doctors
Exceptionally knowledgeable about eyewear and able to accurately describe the features and benefits of different offerings. (Patients have questions, and we always like to have answers.)
Working knowledge of G Suite
Previous work experience with optometry, electronic health records, or medical care
Familiar with healthcare technology systems and equipment (EMR systems, retinal cameras, exam room equipment)
Completion of an Optometric Technician training program or CPOT certification (Certified Paraoptometric Technician)
Benefits
Cash bonus as part of the total compensation package
Company
Warby Parker
Warby Parker is a lifestyle brand that offers designer eyewear while being a socially conscious business.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (6)
2024 (3)
2023 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$730.5MKey Investors
GoogleD1 Capital PartnersDurable Capital Partners
2025-05-20Post Ipo Equity· $75M
2024-02-21Post Ipo Debt· $120M
2021-09-29IPO
Leadership Team
Dave Gilboa
Co-Founder and Co-CEO
Neil Blumenthal
Co-founder and Co-CEO
Recent News
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2026-01-05
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