Ophthalmic Technician I

About the role

At Kentucky Eye Institute, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality service, most compassionate care, and seamless transitions between healthcare settings. Our practice is comprised of ophthalmologists, primary care optometrists, and a dedicated 60+ support staff. As one of the region’s premier eye care providers, we take great pride in caring for our patients. We invite you to become a part of our team in one of our 10 locations: Corbin, Cynthiana, Lexington, London, Middlesboro, Morehead, Maysville, Paintsville, Mt. Sterling, and Versailles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ophthalmologist and optometrists by gathering data pertaining to the patient’s ocular health status.
• Perform appropriate clinical tests, drawing on formal education and/or clinical experience that provide a solid understanding of the theory and principles of eye care.
• Review patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Perform testing ordered by doctor and determined by the type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and/or patient history.
• Act as a medical scribe while physician examines patient, entering data into electronic medical records.
• Take an ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
• Assist with simple in-office procedures, ensuring proper informed consent is obtained.
• Assist with patient education.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday.
• Comply with all practice procedures and protocols.
• Comply with all State and Federal regulations.
• Report inventory and supply needs to leadership timely and as needed for supply ordering.
• Participate in daily team huddles and regularly scheduled meetings as planned and required.
• Understand and accept responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer.
• Contribute to the team effort by completing additional tasks or projects as needed.
• Maintain a positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or the equivalent years of related experience preferred.
• Nextech/ICP experience strongly preferred.
• Ophthalmic and/or optometric technician experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced clinical environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision coverage.
• 401(k) with match.
• HSA/FSA.
• Telemedicine.
• Generous PTO package.
• Employee discounts and perks (free).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Group Life/AD&D.
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Long Term Disability Insurance.