Technician

About the role

At Cataract & Laser Institute, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient experience by leveraging the latest technology in eye health with compassionate patient care. The Technician plays an important role on our clinical team by preparing patients and exam rooms for eye examinations, performing preliminary testing, and assisting our physicians with various procedures. No experience is required — we have a team of trainers dedicated to supporting you as you learn the position.

The Technician fulfills an important role in providing data that is critical to the doctor in order to provide proper care and treatment to each patient. This individual is responsible for various administrative and clinical functions, including obtaining patient histories, performing preliminary and ancillary testing, scheduling patients, preparing the exam room, and assisting the doctors with any exam needs. They ensure the practice’s quality standards are met, while completing specific, essential responsibilities that pertain to the patient’s experience and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for eye examinations by communicating the features and benefits of our preliminary testing procedures.
• Perform all preliminary and any doctor‑requested tests on all patients.
• Assist optometrist and ophthalmologist with patient procedures.
• Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays.
• Prepare exam room by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.
• Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for both patients and staff.
• Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by the office manager, team lead, or doctor(s).

Requirements

• No prior experience required; comprehensive training provided.
• Physical demands (per ADA guidelines): standing for sustained periods, stooping, grasping, lifting, talking, hearing.
• Light work: must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. regularly from floor to waist, 5 lbs. from waist to shoulder, and 5 lbs. from shoulder to overhead.
• Visual acuity sufficient to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.

Benefits

• 6.5 paid holidays per year
• Approximately 10 days of paid time off within the first year
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Growth and wage increases through a company‑paid certification program