Lead Ophthalmic Technician — Clinic Operations & Training

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Lead to join the Retina and Retinal Disorders & Ophthalmic Genetics clinic. You will manage patient flow, support ophthalmic physicians, and maintain lab operations in a high-volume setting.

The role requires COT certification, 5+ years in ophthalmology tech support, and strong organizational and problem-solving skills to optimize patient care and clinic efficiency.

Qualifications

• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of recent experience providing technical support in an ophthalmology practice.
• Experience with visual function testing equipment (acuity, tonometry) and interpreting results.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care and clinic flow to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee daily back-office operations and exam room readiness.
• Provide technical support for ophthalmologists and optometrists.
• Maintain perimetry and OCT/topography labs.
• Train and support ophthalmic staff.
• Support process improvements and quality initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

Tools

EHR systems

Scheduling systems

Job description

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Lead to join the Retina and Retinal Disorders & Ophthalmic Genetics clinic. You will manage patient flow, support ophthalmic physicians, and maintain lab operations in a high-volume setting.

The role requires COT certification, 5+ years in ophthalmology tech support, and strong organizational and problem-solving skills to optimize patient care and clinic efficiency.