Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to train

Empire Eye Physicians; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 27,496 - 38,806; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with employer contribution

Company Paid Life Insurance

Generous PTO/Holiday

Job summary

Empire Eye Clinic in Spokane Valley is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our progressive ophthalmic practice. You will support providers with ophthalmic procedures, manage room flow, and communicate status to patients and clinicians.

The ideal candidate has basic medical terminology knowledge, strong teamwork, and excellent communication. We offer on‑the‑job training, a patient‑focused environment, and opportunities to grow within a diverse clinical team.

Qualifications

• Basic medical terminology knowledge required.
• Able to multitask and work in a team environment.
• Familiar with HIPAA procedures and policies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office or G-Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in ophthalmic procedures, room flow, and status communication.
• Ensure the patient understands all instructions.
• Take and document patients' medical histories.
• Operates ophthalmic equipment.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain ophthalmic instruments or equipment.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

Problem-solving math skills

MS Office

G-Suite

Teamwork

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

1 year ophthalmic assistant experience preferred

Job description

Description

Empire Eye Clinic is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice, and we are searching Ophthalmic Technician for our Spokane Valley Clinic. Our Company is nationally recognized, with vast clinical experience in a wide variety of eye surgical services, advanced technology, and proven results. Our Company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and believes that success requires an environment where colleagues are respected and valued.

An ideal candidate will be patient-focused with a love for the senior community.

We will assist you with on-the-job training to help you reach your goals as an Ophthalmic Technician. Empire Eye Clinic foster growth as you will be exposed to a wide variety of optical cases, on-the-job training, and partnering with our diverse staff, surgeons, and physicians.

Enjoy an exceptional and rewarding work environment as well as a phenomenal work-to-home life balance. If this sounds like the opportunity you were looking for, then Empire Eye Clinic can help you reach your career goals!

Responsibilities:

• Assist providers in performing clinical functions such as ophthalmic procedures, room flow, and status communication to the patient and provider
• Ensures the patient understands all instructions.
• Take and document patients' medical histories.
• Operates ophthalmic equipment
• Sterilize instruments and maintain ophthalmic instruments or equipment.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Problem-solving math skills
• Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office Suite or G-Suite
• Effectively work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated multitasking and adaptability
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with communication via phone, internet, and in-person
• Ability to maintain and follow HIPAA procedures and policies

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year experience as an ophthalmic assistant preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary $19.96 -$28.17 hr DOE
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Robust Ancillary Benefits
• 401(k) Plan with employer contribution
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Generous PTO/Holiday
• EEO Statement