Ophthalmic Technician I
At Vision Innovation Partners, we exist to protect and restore vision. Because Vision is our Mission, everyone at VIP focuses on providing great patient outcomes and experiences. A career at VIP provides opportunities for growth and development, and a culture centered on our Shared Values – PATIENTS.
About the role
We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician I to join our patient care team. Our ideal candidate would have medical experience and a passion for patient care. We are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to the right candidate as they work towards a career path as an ophthalmic technician or scribe.
In this role, your primary tasks are to assist the providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and administrative tasks.
Responsibilities
- Take medical histories and verify information
- Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy
- Utilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements
- Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues
- Dilate eyes to prepare patients for their eye exam
- Explain how to properly use eye drops or other medications
- Explain how to properly use contact lenses
- Assist with inventory management
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Previous experience in the medical field in roles such as a medical assistant, medical scribe, patient care technician, nursing assistant, pharmacy technician, etc.
- Experience with EMR tools
- Proficient with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Experience working as an ophthalmic technician or scribe is a plus
Pay
$19-$21 an hour. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Excellent comprehensive benefits
- 401(K) eligibility
- Significant eye care discounts
- Continuing education allowances
- Career growth and development
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays