Ophthalmic Technician

Mercy; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Missouri is looking for an Ophthalmic Technician to join their compassionate team. This role involves preparing patients, conducting various eye tests, and assisting ophthalmologists during procedures. The position offers a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Day-one comprehensive health coverage

PTO and tuition reimbursement

Employer-matched retirement funds

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years ophthalmology experience; 5 years preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Tech (COT) required.
• Compassion and strong advocacy in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for ophthalmologist consultations.
• Take medical histories and perform visual acuity tests.
• Assist in minor procedures and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Outstanding patient service skills

Microsoft Office skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ophthalmic Technician

Full Time, Days

Washington, MO

We’re a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”

Overview:

Ophthalmic technician helps in preparing the patient to see the ophthalmologist. Responsible for taking ocular, medical, and family history, chief complaint, completes visual acuity, refraction, OCT, and other testing as necessary. This position assists the doctor in minor procedures, does pre-op measurements for cataract and other eye surgeries, schedules surgery, and assists the front desk with phones and patient messages as needed. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications:

• Education:High school diploma or GED.
• Experience:Minimum 2 years ophthalmology experience. 5 years experience preferred.
• Certification/Registration:Certified Ophthalmic Tech (COT).
• Other Skills and Knowledge:Outstanding patient service skills and Microsoft Office skills.

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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