Ophthalmic Technician

Florida Medical Clinic; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated individual to assist in clinical functions and enhance patient care. This role involves managing patient interactions, performing essential diagnostic procedures, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills and a team-oriented attitude. Join a supportive environment that values growth and offers numerous benefits, including tuition reimbursement and comprehensive health plans. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to patient care while developing your career in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision

Free Virtual Visits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Leave Options

Fertility Benefits

Adoption Assistance

Backup Care for Children/Elders/Pets

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• COT Certification is preferred for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in managing clinical functions.
• Perform diagnostic studies and treatments as ordered.
• Maintain compliance with all policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Team Player

Basic Computer Proficiency

Ophthalmic Work-Ups

Refraction

Applanation Tonometry

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

COT Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health

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

Location: Located at our offices in Market Square - Zephyrhills, FL 33542.

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 up all equipment.
• Properly rooms patients; completes all setup preparations.
• Performs diagnostic studies and treatments as ordered by the provider.
• Processes and assists provider with requests.
• Handles patient and clinical messages.
• Distributes, reviews, and teaches patient education.
• Prepares charts.
• Confirms authorization has been obtained if required.
• Completes all end of day processes.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other 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 clinical supplies.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

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 serve our patients and families. We welcome everyone regardless of who you are, what you believe, or how you express yourself.

Qualifications

• Education/Training: High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Licensure/Certification: COT Certification preferred.
• Experience: Strong customer service orientation, team player, basic computer proficiency.
• Skills: Proficient at complete ophthalmic work-ups including refraction, applanation tonometry, motility. Ascans a plus.