Ophthalmic Refractive Technician — Training & Growth

Discover Vision; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Generous PTO

Ongoing training and certification

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Discover Vision Centers is seeking a Refractive Technician to join a collaborative team delivering high-quality eye care in the Kansas City area. No prior ophthalmology experience is required; we offer hands-on training and mentorship to help you develop essential refractive skills.

You’ll support physicians with patient pre-testing, data entry, and diagnostic testing while ensuring a smooth patient experience and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• One year of medical or ophthalmic office experience preferred.
• COA or COT certification preferred, but not required for otherwise qualified candidates.
• Excellent communication skills and a patient-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Gathering patient medical histories.
• Performing patient work-ups and pre-testing.
• Measuring visual acuity and performing pupil assessments.
• Conducting diagnostic testing such as applanation tonometry, OCT, corneal topography, and keratometry.
• Performing manual refractions and assisting with contact lens evaluations.
• Accurately scribing for physicians during patient exams.
• Supporting physicians and clinical staff to maintain efficient patient flow.

Skills

Ophthalmic assistant skills

Refractometry

Optics knowledge

Diagnostic testing accuracy

EMR systems proficiency

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Discover Vision Centers is seeking a Refractive Technician to join a collaborative team delivering high-quality eye care in the Kansas City area. No prior ophthalmology experience is required; we offer hands-on training and mentorship to help you develop essential refractive skills.

You’ll support physicians with patient pre-testing, data entry, and diagnostic testing while ensuring a smooth patient experience and accurate documentation.