Lead Ophthalmic Technician: Team Leader & Patient Care

DVC MSO LLC; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Holiday leave

401k plan

Flexible spending

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Discover Vision Centers is hiring a Lead Ophthalmic Technician to supervise and train technical staff across locations. You will manage scheduling, conduct evaluations, and ensure patient confidentiality while maintaining equipment and inventory.

The role requires ophthalmic experience with COA/COT preferred, strong communication, and a patient-focused approach within a busy eye care practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must possess strong computer skills.
• Ophthalmic Technician experience required.
• COA or COT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise technical staff; conduct evaluations.
• Schedule staff across locations and manage time-off requests.
• Oversee training of clinical staff and new hires.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and accurate records.
• Ensure equipment and inventory are properly maintained.
• Improve departmental processes for productivity and service.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Team training

Strong communication

Patient focus

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ophthalmic Technician software

Job description

Discover Vision Centers is hiring a Lead Ophthalmic Technician to supervise and train technical staff across locations. You will manage scheduling, conduct evaluations, and ensure patient confidentiality while maintaining equipment and inventory.

The role requires ophthalmic experience with COA/COT preferred, strong communication, and a patient-focused approach within a busy eye care practice.