Ophthalmic Technician

Midwest Eye Center; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, optical

401K

Paid time off

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Midwest Eye Center in Calumet City, IL is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician I to support ophthalmologists and optometrists. The role includes preparing patients, performing basic pre-exam testing, and assisting with minor surgical procedures.

Travel to other offices may be required. The ideal candidate has at least one year of ophthalmic or optometric technician experience, strong patient communication skills, and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ophthalmology experience.
• One year of previous experience as an optometric or ophthalmic technician.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly with patients, staff and doctors.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet business needs.
• Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours.
• COA/OSC/COT certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients to see the ophthalmologist or optometrist and conduct preliminary exams.
• Perform basic and routine vision screening tests and record medical history.
• Administer eye medications and assist during minor surgical procedures or laser treatments.
• Assist with contact lens fitting and patient education on lens care.
• Open/close exam lanes and maintain equipment and cleanliness daily.
• Maintain inventory of medications and supplies and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer literacy

Willing to travel

Ability to stand for long hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Midwest Eye Center is seeking a dedicated, patient-focused Ophthalmic or Optometric Technician to join our team in Calumet City, Illinois.

This is your chance to grow your career in eye care with a practice that prioritizes professional development and patient-centered service. We offer regular hours with no nights or major holidays, a comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborative, team-focused environment where your skills are valued and your contributions are recognized. With clear opportunities for career advancement, you’ll be supported every step of the way as you build your future with us.

Our ideal candidate brings at least one year of experience as an Ophthalmic or Optometric Technician and a passion for delivering outstanding patient care.

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. Midwest Eye Center was established in 1974 in Calumet City. Since that time, it has grown to be one of the largest and most trusted eye practices in the area. Our staff consists of ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians and skilled medical professionals offering services ranging from basic eye exams to the most sophisticated testing and complicated surgical treatment of eye diseases. Our medical staff holds teaching and research positions in local universities, and our facilities are state of the art and are at the cutting edge of technology.

We are committed to patient care and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

All of us at Midwest Eye Center are committed to inclusion and belonging. We believe today more than ever that creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and make it easy for others to do the same will benefit us all. It isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of caring, listening and service. We would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities.

Ophthalmic Technician I

Will perform a range of duties which include preparing the patient to see Ophthalmologist and/or Optometrist and conduct preliminary exam and captures medical history. In addition, the preparation of examination and treatment rooms, performing basic and routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medications, cleaning, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments and assisting physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures may be required. Travel to other locations may also be necessary to support clinical needs.

Responsibilities:

• Make introductions and establish rapport with patients
• Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including specialty tests such as color vision screening, stereopsis, and dry eye testing
• Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, keratometry, A/B scans, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT), and optical biometry
• Additional testing as requested by doctor
• Perform retinoscopy and refractometry. Assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office
• Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients in care and insertion of lenses
• Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician
• Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily
• Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies
• Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment
• Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing
• Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary
• Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers
• Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines
• Prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues
• Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner
• Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Applanation, Ophthalmology experience
• One year of previous experience as an optometric technician or ophthalmic technicians is required for consideration
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors
• Basic computer literacy required
• Highly energetic with a positive attitude
• Must be willing to travel to other offices located in Brighton and Fort Collins occasionally to meet the demands of business
• Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours
• Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred
• One to two years’ experience in multi-specialty clinic preferred

In Turn We Will Provide:

• Benefits to full-time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time offPaid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities
• Offered pay range $21.00/Hr.-$26.00/Hr.

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