Ophthalmic Technician

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support providers and manage clinical functions across our ophthalmology department. The role requires travel to Land O' Lakes and Tampa, with Monday–Friday hours and a variable full‑time status.

You will assist examinations, perform diagnostic studies, process refill requests, and handle patient communication while ensuring accurate charting and adherence to policy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Customer service orientation required.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Power start‑of‑day equipment and prepare keratometer/autorefraction rooms as needed.
• Properly room patients and assist the physician during examinations.
• Perform diagnostic studies and treatments as ordered by the provider.
• Process medication refill requests and complete forms for patients.
• Handle patient and clinical messages and provide patient education.
• Prepare charts and ensure ordered tests are completed and recorded.
• Complete end‑of‑day procedures and maintain policy compliance.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and support clinical supplies.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Computer skills

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health

Job title: Ophthalmic Technician

Status: Variable Full time

Hours: Monday - Friday

Location: This position travels to Land O' Lakes & Tampa.

Job Summary: Assists providers and manages clinical functions in the department.

Why is Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health your best place to work?

• Education & Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs.
• Financial & Retirement – Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions.
• Work-Life Balance – Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options.
• Family & Pet Support – Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Completes the start of day processes, including powering equipment and uncovering keratometer/autoreftracter, visial field,Ascan room if needed.
• Properly rooms patients based on standard operating procedures and assists the physician during the examination and procedures.
• Performs diagnostic studies and treatments as ordered by the provider
• Processes and assists provider with requests, including handling medication refill requests and completing forms requested by patients.
• Handles patient and clinical messages:
• Distributes, reviews, and teaches patient education
• Prepares and processes paperwork for the charts; make sure ordered tests have been performed and results are present.
• Completes the end of day processes per standard operating procedures.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Other Related Functions

• Maintains an organized and clean work area
• Participates in maintenance of clinicalsupplies
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

Education/Training

High School Graduate or equivalent

Licensure/Certification

None

Experience

• Strong customer service orientation
• Strong team player
• Basic Computer proficiency

Orlando Health proudly embraces and honors the individuality of our team members. By sharing different ideas and perspectives and working together as a team, we are better able to relate to, care for and authentically serve our patients and families who make up the collective populations in our community. So, no matter who you are, what you believe or how you express yourself, you are welcome here.