Optometric Tech Intern

INTERNSHIP – Altman Eye Center – Optometric Tech – IWS

Division: Academic Affairs Department: Career Pathways 2

Experience: Experienced 

Job Code:   GL Code: Career Pathways 2

Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Angela Lockhart, Dr. J. Turner Altman

FWS, IWS, or Grant Funded: ☐ FWS, ☐ IWS, ☒ Grant Funded

Avg. Hours/Week: ☐ 1-5, ☐ 6-10, ☒ 11-15, ☐ 16-20 Total 80 hours/semester

Altman Eye Center, Pikeville Location | 147 Hibbard St | Pikeville, KY 41501

Altman Eye Center in Pikeville, KY is a premier optometry practice founded by Dr. J. Turner Altman, offering advanced eye care, state-of-the-art technology, and a curated boutique optical experience. Care involves routine comprehensive eye exams, diabetic-related eye evaluations, and urgent care for eye diseases such as glaucoma and macular degeneration.

Responsibilities and Career Competencies:

· Working patient up for eye exam. (C, P, CSD, CTR, T)

· Getting patient history prior to eye exam. (C, P, CSD, T)

· Providing necessary testing to get patient ready for exam. (C, P, CSD, CT, T)

· Assisting the optometrists during exam, as needed. (CSD, P, TW)

· Helping patients in choosing frames, taking measurements, and adjusting glasses. (C, TW, P, CSD, CT, CTR)

· Calling patients for various reasons, such as to schedule, confirm, and reschedule appointments. (C, T)

· Other duties shared among employees, such as organizing and light cleaning. (TW, P)

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Qualifications:

· Enrolled full-time and in good standing at UPIKE.

· Interest in optometry as a career.

· Students with coursework, experience, or academic interest in biomedical sciences.

· Willingness to carry oneself professionally in actions and appearance while in the workplace.

Preferred:

Biology, biomed, or similar pre-optometry pathways with demonstrated prior knowledge, education, skills, or experience related to the work.

In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.

Computer Skills: ☒ Word, ☒ Excel, ☐ PowerPoint, ☒ Canva, ☒ Social Media & New Technology, ☒ Other: _________________________

Other Skills: ☒ Attention to detail, ☒ Strong active listening abilities, ☐ Public speaking, ☒ Written & verbal communication, ☒ Customer focused, ☒ Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: ☐ Su ___ to ___; ☐ M ___ to ___; ☐ T ___ to ___; ☐ W ___ to ___; ☐ R ___ to ___; ☐ F ___ to ___; ☐ Sa ___ to ___; ☐ Ability to designate 1 or more full day per week (approx. 8 hours) to work.

Work Conditions: ☐ Heat, ☐ Cold, ☐ Odors/Smoke, ☐ Toxic Agents, ☐ Dust, ☒ Machinery, ☐ Light Intensity, ☐ Noise, ☐ Vibrations, ☐ Wetness, ☐ Humidity, ☐ Electrical Currents, ☐ Other: _________________________

Physical Demands: ☒ Keyboarding, ☒ Reaching/Handling, ☒ Stooping/Kneeling, ☐ Crouching/Crawling, ☒ Pushing up to _50_ lbs., ☒ Pulling up to _50__ lbs., ☒ Lifting up to _50__ lbs., ☒ Carrying up to _50__ lbs., ☐ Climbing, ☐ Balancing, ☐ Other: _________________________

Number of Positions: 1-2

Pay Rate: [10.50/hr

Location: Altman Eye Center, Pikeville Location | 147 Hibbard St | Pikeville, KY 41501 | 6065197414

Additional Comments:

· Student must work a minimum of 80 hours in the semester. Student must enroll concurrently into CVL 401: Integrated Internship Experience and successfully complete this course. Student will enroll in the 2 credit hour option for this position.

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.