Entry-Level Ophthalmic Technician — Paid Training & Growth

Austin Retina Associates; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free HSA health plan

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) with employer contributions

Employee assistance program

Career advancement opportunities

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Austin Retina Associates is seeking entry-level Ophthalmic Technicians and offers paid, hands-on training to start your healthcare career. You'll work directly with patients and care teams, gathering histories, performing tests, and assisting with procedures across our clinics.

Ideal candidates are compassionate, quick learners, reliable, and comfortable with computers. Travel to day clinics is required, and Spanish language skills are a plus as we serve a diverse patient base.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, professional with excellent communication skills.
• Fast learner eager to master new medical skills.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Comfortable using computers and learning medical data systems.
• Hold a valid Texas driver's license with a clean 3-year record.
• Willing to travel to day clinics; travel time paid.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gathering patient histories and inputting medical data.
• Taking diagnostic images and preparing patients for exams.
• Performing vision tests and assisting with in-office treatments.
• Daily paid travel to support our satellite clinics.
• Educating and comforting patients throughout their visit.

Skills

Communication

Quick learner

Reliability

Computer literacy

Spanish language

Job description

Austin Retina Associates is seeking entry-level Ophthalmic Technicians and offers paid, hands-on training to start your healthcare career. You'll work directly with patients and care teams, gathering histories, performing tests, and assisting with procedures across our clinics.

Ideal candidates are compassionate, quick learners, reliable, and comfortable with computers. Travel to day clinics is required, and Spanish language skills are a plus as we serve a diverse patient base.