Lead Oculoplastic Technician

Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Vision Partners / OCLI Vision is seeking a patient-focused Lead Oculoplastic Tech to support providers specializing in oculoplastic and orbital conditions. The role is based in Fairfield, CT with travel to Hawthorne & West Nyack, NY, and focuses on patient intake, testing, and coordinating daily workflow.

In this leadership position, you'll train staff, manage onboarding, document clinical interactions, and ensure efficient, high-quality care across the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with EMR/EHR applications preferred; NextGen is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of ocular pharmacology preferred.
• Previous customer service and/or medical experience preferred.
• Previous aesthetics, dermatology, or surgical experience preferred.
• Experience training, mentoring, or leading clinical staff preferred.
• Completion of the Lead Oculoplastic Tech competency checklist within 90 days of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, exam rooms, and electronic medical records; document medical and ocular histories and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Perform approved ophthalmic testing and accurately document examination findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, and patient instructions.
• Coordinate daily clinical workflow and staffing needs and provide real-time support to clinical staff.
• Support hiring and onboarding efforts, oversee clinical training, and coach and mentor team members.
• Maintain exam rooms, equipment, instruments, and supplies; follow infection prevention and sterilization protocols.
• Serve as a liaison between providers, office leadership, and clinical staff to reinforce expectations and support team performance.

Skills

Patient intake

Ophthalmic testing

Team leadership

Training onboarding

Infection control

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

NextGen

Job description

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Oculoplastics Full Time Clinic Fairfield, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2872

Salary Range: $26.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Lead Oculoplastic Tech

Employment Type: Full Time

Schedule: Following Oculoplastic Provider's schedule | Day Shift | In-office | Saturday availability may be required based on office location.

Home Location: Fairfield, CT with travel to Hawthorne & West Nyack, NY

Combine hands-on clinical care with leadership in specialized eye care!

Your Next Career Opportunity - Spectrum Vision Partners / OCLI Vision is seeking a patient-focused Lead Oculoplastic Tech to support providers specializing in oculoplastic and orbital conditions.

In this clinical leadership role, you'll perform patient intake and ophthalmic testing, assist with examinations and procedures, and accurately document clinical interactions. You'll also coordinate daily workflow, support clinical training and onboarding, and serve as a liaison between providers, leadership, and clinical staff to promote efficient, high-quality care.

What You'll Do

• Patient Intake & Clinical Care: Prepare patients, exam rooms, and electronic medical records; document medical and ocular histories and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Clinical Testing & Documentation: Perform approved ophthalmic testing and accurately document examination findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, and patient instructions.
• Workflow & Team Coordination: Coordinate daily clinical workflow and staffing needs and provide real-time support to clinical staff.
• Training & Onboarding: Support hiring and onboarding efforts, oversee clinical training, and coach and mentor team members.
• Clinical Operations & Safety: Maintain exam rooms, equipment, instruments, and supplies; follow infection prevention and sterilization protocols.
• Provider & Leadership Communication: Serve as a liaison between providers, office leadership, and clinical staff to reinforce expectations and support team performance.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with EMR/EHR applications preferred; NextGen is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of ocular pharmacology preferred.
• Previous customer service and/or medical experience preferred.
• Previous aesthetics, dermatology, or surgical experience preferred.
• Previous experience training, mentoring, or leading clinical staff preferred.
• Completion of the Lead Oculoplastic Tech competency checklist within 90 days of hire is required.

Get to Know Us

Spectrum Vision Partners supports OCLI Vision, one of the largest multispecialty ophthalmology networks in the U.S. Together, we're committed to delivering exceptional eye care through teamwork, compassion, and a patient-first approach.

Spectrum Vision Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected status.