Certified Ophthalmic Technician — Day Shift (Mon–Fri)

PeaceHealth Corporation; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer +

Generous paid time off

Employer-paid life and disability

Tuition reimbursement and continuing教育

Wellness programs and resources

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Expanded mental health support

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Certified for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position in Vancouver, WA. The salary range is $31.17–$42.09 hourly, with a typical daytime schedule Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The role emphasizes patient engagement, exam preparation, and collaboration with ophthalmologists and optometrists. In this fast-paced clinic, you will perform clinical testing, document findings, educate patients, and support referrals and follow-up.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Ophthalmic Technician program, currently enrolled in an Ophthalmic Technician program, or scheduled to take/passed the JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) examination.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) required within 12 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
• Washington Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) credential required within 120 days of hire (PeaceHealth will assist with the registration process).

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and guide them through their visit from start to finish.
• Gather medical, ocular, family, and medication histories.
• Prepare patients for exams and explain testing, medications, and procedures.
• Measure visual acuity, visual fields, eye movements, pupil responses, and other ophthalmic assessments.
• Perform intraocular pressure testing and other approved diagnostic procedures within your scope of practice.
• Accurately document findings in the electronic medical record.
• Scribe for providers during patient visits when needed.
• Enter referrals, authorizations, and related documentation.
• Educate patients on eye health, contact lens care, and treatment instructions.
• Assist with surgical and procedural patient education as appropriate.
• Dispense contact lenses and administer ophthalmic medications as directed.
• Support telephone triage and patient follow-up as needed.
• Maintain exam rooms, equipment, and clinical supplies.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and diagnostic lenses.
• Assist with optical and additional clinic responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Ophthalmic Technician program

COT certification within 12 months

MA-R credential within 120 days

BLS certification on hire

Job description

PeaceHealth is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Certified for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position in Vancouver, WA. The salary range is $31.17–$42.09 hourly, with a typical daytime schedule Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The role emphasizes patient engagement, exam preparation, and collaboration with ophthalmologists and optometrists. In this fast-paced clinic, you will perform clinical testing, document findings, educate patients, and support referrals and follow-up.