Ophthalmic Technician

Associated Retina Consultants; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Retina Consultants is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to perform preliminary patient work-ups, assist physicians during exams, and document encounters in the electronic medical record.

The role requires patient interviewing, testing such as OCT and tonometry, maintaining exam rooms, and travel to other ARC locations. A high school diploma and ophthalmic certification are required, with OSC obtainable within 30 days. Bilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as Ophthalmic Assistant/Medical Assistant/Scribe preferred; OSC within 30 days if not certified.
• Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Promptly and professionally assist the doctor in patient care.
• Interview patients and document histories and testing.
• Explain follow‑up care, surgeries, procedures, and scheduling.
• Maintain and clean all equipment and exam rooms; report irregularities.
• Perform OCT, tonometry, visual acuity, and related tests.
• Travel to other ARC locations may be required.
• Attend staff meetings as required.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Typing 30 wpm

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant / Medical Assistant / Ophthalmic Scribe

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Mesa Office - Mesa, AZ 85210

Education Level: High School

Job Category: Health Care

About Us

Since 1974, Associated Retina Consultants has an experienced team of Arizona eye specialists to diagnose and treat your vision problem. Our focus is on the retina, macula, and vitreous humor in the eye. We work hard every day to protect and save our patient’s vision, helping them lead better quality lives.

Position Overview

The Ophthalmic Technician uses ophthalmic techniques to perform the preliminary work‑up of patients, assists the physician(s) during the patient examination and documents the patient encounter in the electronic medical record as communicated by the physician.

Responsibilities

• Promptly and professionally assist the doctor in patient care.
• Efficiently and accurately interview patients and document histories and special testing.
• Communicate with patients regarding follow‑up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, and surgery scheduling.
• Maintain and clean all equipment being used and report irregularities to the floor monitor or immediate supervisor.
• Instill eye drops.
• Clean and stock exam rooms as needed.
• Check expiration dates on medications.
• Ensure reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Accurately perform OCT, tonometry with Perkins and Tonopen, visual acuity, Amsler grid testing, muscle testing, pupil exams, and confrontation visual field exam.
• Attend staff meetings as required; if unable, refer to the agenda and meeting notes.
• Travel to other ARC locations may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate and Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Ophthalmic Scribe Certification. If not certified, must be willing to obtain OSC within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse people.
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Preferred Experience

• Six (6) months of progressively responsible outpatient or medical office experience that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Willingness to train the preferred candidate.

Computer Skills

• Good computer skills; able to navigate between screens and accurately enter data.
• Typing speed of at least 30 words per minute.

Travel

Traveling is required, and time may vary. May require sitting in a bus for up to 2.5 hours at a time.

Work Schedule

Schedule to be determined by the needs of the practice. Shifts can range anywhere between 8–14 hours. For the Phoenix office, Saturday hours are a must. Will include some early evening hours as well.

Physical Demands

• Frequently stand, walk, sit, reach above shoulder, climb, crawl, and bend.
• Lift and/or carry 10–20 lbs.
• Push/pull 10–100 lbs.
• Occasionally squat or kneel.
• Lift and/or carry 20–50 lbs.

Note: Frequently (occupation requires this activity from 33%–66% of the time, anywhere from 2.5–5.5+ hrs./day) and occasionally (occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time, 0–2.5+ hrs./day).

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision requirements: near, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception.
• Sense of sound: normal range of hearing and vision.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, face mask, eye shield, gown.
• Work in an office environment with a controlled atmosphere. Possible exposure to staff or patients with communicable diseases and blood‑borne pathogens.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Associated Retina Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer.