Ophthalmic Technician

ENvision Eye Care; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ENvision Eye Care in Foster City, CA is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists, perform preliminary tests, and manage patient flow in a busy clinic.

You will use EHR on iPads/desktops and perform tests like fundus photography, OCT, and visual fields while maintaining strong communication and organization in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in Ophthalmology practices.
• Proficiency in diagnostic tests: Fundus Photography, OCT, Visual Fields, Topography, Biometry.
• Strong EHR use and accurate documentation.
• Basic medical knowledge and patient care.
• Strong organization in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologist with patient care and history taking.
• Obtain medical histories and perform preliminary tests.
• Operate diagnostic equipment (fundus photography, OCT, visual fields).
• Assist with minor procedures such as chalazion removal.
• Check patients in/out and coordinate with the patient care team.
• Work with patients of all ages and capabilities.

Skills

Ophthalmology knowledge

EHR proficiency

Diagnostic testing

Patient interaction

Team coordination

Tools

Fundus Photography

OCT

Visual Fields

Corneal Topography

Optical Biometry

Job description

ENvision Eye Care specializes in comprehensive adult and pediatric ophthalmology services to address a wide range of eye care needs. Our offerings include routine eye exams, cataract surgery, strabismus surgery, glaucoma treatments, diabetic eye disease screenings, and more. We are committed to providing excellent patient care in addressing both routine and complex eye conditions.

For more information, please check out our website at https://www.envisioneyemd.com/

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Ophthalmic Technician at our clinic located in Foster City, CA. The Ophthalmic Technician will assist the ophthalmologist with patient care, obtain medical histories, conduct preliminary tests, operate diagnostic equipment, assist with minor procedures such as chalazion removal, and perform technical eye assessments such as stereoacuity, color vision, and sensorimotor testing. Additional responsibilities include checking patients in and out as well as ensuring a smooth clinic workflow by coordinating with the patient care team. You will be working with patients of all ages and capabilities including young children, infants, patients with developmental delay, and the elderly.

We use Modernizing Medicine as our EHR on iPads and desktop computers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in Ophthalmology practices
• Proficiency in performing diagnostic tests, including Fundus Photography, OCT, Visual Fields, Corneal Topography, Optical Biometry, etc.
• Strong skills in EHR use and documenting patient information accurately
• Basic understanding or experience in medicine and patient care
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction
• Experience in a clinical setting or a certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant or Technician is a plus