Ophthalmic Tech Trainer

Sight Partners; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Company-paid life insurance

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Northwest Eyes is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Trainer to lead structured training programs, onboarding, and mentorship for technicians in Seattle. The role blends clinical excellence with education, process improvement, and engagement across teams.

You will guide professional growth, track progress, and ensure compliance with HIPAA, MIPS, and internal policies while supporting research coordination and study documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• COA or COT certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years ophthalmic technician experience, including training or supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience with HIPAA compliance or clinical research coordination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured training programs for technicians and onboarding within 90 days.
• Deliver advanced training modules and coaching for skill mastery.
• Ensure HIPAA, MIPS, and internal policy compliance.
• Track training progress and report outcomes to leadership.
• Coordinate clinical research activities and assist with studies.

Skills

Ophthalmic training

Staff training

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

COA/COT certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Description

Are you a skilled Ophthalmic Technician who loves teaching, developing others, and helping teams thrive? Northwest Eyes is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Trainer to play a key role in shaping the next generation of clinical talent. This is a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with leadership, mentorship, and the satisfaction of advancing quality patient care.

In this role, you’ll support technician onboarding, guide professional growth, ensure clinical excellence, and contribute to clinical research efforts. If you're passionate about education, process improvement, and elevating standards of care, we’d love to meet you.

• Lead structured training programs for new and experienced technicians, ensuring core competencies are met within 90 days
• Deliver advanced training modules such as Tech T-levels and specialized diagnostic testing
• Provide one-on-one coaching to build skill mastery and support career advancement
• Track and document training progress, reporting outcomes to leadership
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, MIPS, and internal policies
• Review documentation accuracy, safety practices, and patient interaction standards
• Support proper handling and disposal of medical information
• Collaborate with leadership to improve workflows, training processes, and technician engagement
• Assist with clinical research activities, including coordinating studies, scheduling participants, managing documentation, and ensuring GCP compliance
• Act as a liaison between providers, research teams, and participants
• Identify opportunities to enhance patient flow, efficiency, and quality of care
• Adapt to evolving clinic needs with flexibility
• Perform additional duties as assigned
  

Skills you will train on:

Visual Testing:
Visual acuity, color vision, stereopsis, Worth 4-Dot, Hirschberg, EOM testing

Anterior & Posterior Segment Diagnostics:
Slit lamp exam, pachymetry, Van Herick technique, OCT, fundus photography

Refraction & Optics:
Autorefraction, retinoscopy, and phoropter use

Intraocular Pressure Testing:
Applanation, iCare, Tonopen

Visual Fields:
Humphrey Visual Field testing with basic interpretation

Patient Preparation & Education:
Medical history taking, dilation, medication instillation, and patient instruction

Surgical Support:
Biometry (IOL Master/Lenstar), A-scans, keratometry, cataract evaluation workups

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of ophthalmic diagnostics, workflows, and clinical best practices
• Understanding of healthcare compliance standards (HIPAA, MIPS)
• Experience with clinical research coordination (GCP certification a plus)
• Ability to train, mentor, and engage staff across diverse learning styles
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• High attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• COA or COT certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years of ophthalmic technician experience, including training or supervisory responsibilities
• Experience in compliance oversight or clinical research coordination preferred
• Must maintain required licensure, certifications, and training

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $24–$35/hr
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust ancillary benefits
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Company-paid life insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Supportive, inclusive work culture – EEO employer