Ophthalmic Technician

Eye Health America; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Training provided

Job summary

Eye Health America, via Eye Associates, is seeking an ophthalmic technician to support doctors during eye examinations. This role involves patient workups, measuring ocular parameters, collecting medical data, and helping maintain patient flow with accuracy and care.

A $1,500 sign-on bonus is paid in three installments and requires at least one year of experience to qualify; training is provided on hire. Travel to multiple clinic locations may be needed to cover patient needs and ensure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active and valid driver's license.
• Two years of ophthalmic experience or certification preferred; no experience required.
• Adequate training provided on hire.

Responsibilities

• Gather ophthalmic records and patient information.
• Take ocular measurements, both anatomical and functional.
• Administer or prepare medications as directed.
• Provide eye care information to patients.
• Maintain and clean ophthalmic instruments.
• Assist doctors during procedures.

Skills

Ophthalmic patient care

Medical data collection

Patient interaction

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ophthalmic instruments

Job description

Description: **$1,500 Sign-On Bonus - Paid out in 3 installments at 3, 6, and 12 months** Must have 1 year of experience to qualify for Sign on Bonus.

The Eye Associates, an affiliate of Eye Health America, is a growing, multi-specialty ophthalmology practice. Our focus is on excellence in patient care and creating an exceptional customer/patient experience. We are always seeking great people who aren't just searching for a job but looking to make a difference.

Under the supervision of the clinical manager, the ophthalmic technician assists doctors in their patients' eye examinations. Duties include performing workups of patients, various vision tests, collecting medical data, monitoring, and maintaining patient flow, scribing, and assisting doctors with various procedures.

*Overtime may be required. Must be willing to travel to our different clinic locations if needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Gathering medical records and patient information
• Taking ocular measurements, both anatomical and functional
• Administering or preparing medications
• Providing eye care and contact lens information to the patient
• Maintaining and cleaning ophthalmic instruments
• Assisting the doctors in basic procedures

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, etc.
• Matching 401(k)
• Wellness Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Uniform Allowance
• Training/Advancement opportunities

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active and valid Driver’s License.
• Two years of work experience and/or Ophthalmic Assistant Certification preferred.
• No experience required.
• Adequate training will be provided upon hire.