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The selection of paraoptometric personnel

G M Milkie

    Journal of the American Optometric Association
    |January 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary

    Hiring and managing a skilled vision care team is crucial for optometric practices. This guide outlines ten steps for recruiting paraoptometrics, covering job analysis, interviewing, and compensation strategies for practice growth.

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    Area of Science:

    • Optometric Practice Management
    • Healthcare Administration
    • Human Resources in Healthcare

    Background:

    • Effective team development is essential for successful optometric practice administration.
    • Recruiting and retaining qualified paraprofessional staff significantly impacts patient care and operational efficiency.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide a comprehensive framework for developing a responsible professional vision care team.
    • To detail a systematic approach to recruiting, hiring, and managing paraoptometric personnel.

    Main Methods:

    • Description of various recruitment strategies for paraprofessional staff.
    • Outline of ten key steps in the hiring process: job analysis, application review, interviewing, testing, and final appraisal.
    • Discussion of compensation, fringe benefits, and essential traits for paraoptometric success.

    Main Results:

    • Identification of ten successful steps for hiring paraoptometric personnel.
    • Definition of compensation, benefits, and critical attributes for paraoptometrists.
    • Provision of employment tips applicable to practices of varying sizes (one-aide and no-aide).

    Conclusions:

    • A structured approach to recruitment and management enhances the optometric team.
    • Implementing defined hiring processes and understanding paraoptometric roles supports practice expansion and professional development.

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