Lead Refractive Technician – LASIK & Laser Center

UT Southwestern Department of Dermatology; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Senior Refractive Tech to perform diagnostic testing, assist in surgeries, and provide comprehensive ophthalmic patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a keratorefractive technician and experience with LDD, Topolyzer, and wavefront devices, plus the ability to mentor staff and uphold safety standards.

Qualifications

• Education Associates Degree in related field.
• 3 years of experience as a keratorefractive technician or equivalent.
• Certifications: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician or Ophthalmic Technician at hire.
• Familiar with Light Adjustable Lens (LDD), Topolyzer, and laser systems.
• Experienced with LASIK patient screening and post-op instructions.
• Ability to mentor staff and ensure safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist refractive practice manager with priorities and tasks.
• Serve as lead or supervise refractive technicians; monitor accuracy.
• Train laser center staff on equipment and safety practices.
• Obtain complete patient history and record visual function data.
• Screen patients to determine refractive surgery candidacy and obtain informed consent.
• Prepare and escort patients to surgeries and post-op rooms.
• Review LASIK procedures with patients and follow up.
• Maintain inventory, tools, and medications; place orders as needed.
• Enter patient data into Laser systems and verify parameters with surgeon.
• Maintain patient records with accuracy and confidentiality.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Stress management

Education

Associates Degree in related field

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant / Technician

Bachelors Degree

Tools

Topolyzer

EX500 WaveLight

FS200

Sightmap

Light Adjustable Lens (LDD)

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Senior Refractive Tech to perform diagnostic testing, assist in surgeries, and provide comprehensive ophthalmic patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a keratorefractive technician and experience with LDD, Topolyzer, and wavefront devices, plus the ability to mentor staff and uphold safety standards.