Ophthalmic Technician

Vision Innovation Partners; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Prince Frederick, MD seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to assist with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures. Responsibilities include taking medical histories, performing visual function tests, and informing ophthalmologists of patient changes. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and experience as an ophthalmic technician. The role offers competitive pay of $15 to $21 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) and educational reimbursement.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

401(k)

Significant eye care discounts

Continuing education allowances

PTO and holidays off

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an ophthalmic assistant or technician program preferred.
• Experience as an ophthalmic technician or scribe preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and verify information.
• Perform visual function and diagnostic tests.
• Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity.

Skills

Medical history taking

Visual function testing

OCT usage

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ophthalmic assistant or technician program

Tools

Humphrey field analyzer

EMR tools

Job description

Join Vision Innovation Partners as an Ophthalmic Technician. We seek a certified ophthalmic assistant or technician; on-the-job training is available as you work toward certification. Your primary tasks are to assist providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and administrative tasks.

What You Will Do

• Take medical histories and verify information
• Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy
• Utilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements
• Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient\'s visual acuity and other vision issues
• Dilate eyes to prepare patients for their eye exam
• Explain how to properly use eye drops or other medications
• Explain how to properly use contact lenses
• Assist with inventory management

Pay: $15.00 - $21.00 an hour. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including location, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may include additional benefits (e.g., medical, retirement, vacation) and eligibility for 401(k) and educational reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an ophthalmic assistant or technician program strongly preferred (COA or COT)
• Experience as an ophthalmic technicianหรือ scribe preferred
• Experience with EMR tools a plus
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Excellent comprehensive benefits
• 401(k)
• Significant eye care discounts
• Continuing education allowances
• Career growth and development
• PTO and holidays off

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.