Ophthalmic Technician Assistant

SightMD; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SightMD is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Assistant to join our team in Bay Shore, NY. This entry-level role involves assisting physicians with administrative and clinical duties, including patient preparation and conducting vision screenings. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma and strong customer service skills, and are able to work varied schedules. Join us to be part of a rapidly growing ophthalmic provider group dedicated to excellence in eye care.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Prescription Drug Coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Plan - 401(k)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet patients, gather medical history.
• Perform a comprehensive range of pre-exam tests.
• Assist with contact lens fitting and care instructions.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Ophthalmic Technician Assistant role at SightMD

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Ophthalmic Technician Assistant role at SightMD

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

A career that changes lives.

SightMD is a rapidly growing integrated ophthalmic provider group, extending the reach of exceptional eye care to patients across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. With over 127 eye care providers and the convenience of 60 locations, our commitment to delivering unparalleled services is at the heart of everything we do. As we embark on our mission, we are actively seeking teammates who are eager to contribute to our legacy of eye excellence, a tradition that spans more than 50 years.

Job Details

Description

A career that changes lives.

SightMD is a rapidly growing integrated ophthalmic provider group, extending the reach of exceptional eye care to patients across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. With over 127 eye care providers and the convenience of 60 locations, our commitment to delivering unparalleled services is at the heart of everything we do. As we embark on our mission, we are actively seeking teammates who are eager to contribute to our legacy of eye excellence, a tradition that spans more than 50 years.

Position Summary

As an Ophthalmic Technician Assistant, you will play a vital role as an assistant to our physicians. You will be cross trained to perform a range of administrative and clinical duties. These duties include preparing the patient to see the physician, preparing examination rooms, performing basic and routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medications, cleaning, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments and assisting physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures.

Job Duties & Essential Functions

• Meet and greet patients, gather medical history, and document findings.
• Perform a comprehensive range of pre-exam tests, explaining each step to patients.
• Educate patients on medications and pre/post-operative care as directed by the physician.
• Assist with contact lens fitting and care instruction.
• Conduct lensometry, visual fields, keratometry, OCT, and other specialized testing.
• Perform refractometry to determine refractive errors.
• Process prescription refills with proper authorization.
• Maintain inventory of ophthalmic supplies and instruments.
• Assist with clinical equipment upkeep and cleaning.
• Adhere to all safety protocols.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills
• Strong interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification preferred or enrolled within twelve (12) months of hire and completion within two (2) years of hire.
• Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC)
• Bilingual: Spanish
  
  

Work Schedule

• rotating schedule: Mon-Fri 8-6,6:30; Plus one Saturday a month.
  
  

Hourly Pay Rate

• $22.00
  
  

Benefits

We aim to take care of our teammates the same way we take care of our patients. All SightMD employees receive the following benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Company Paid Term Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Plan - 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Career Development Programs
• All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SightMD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal, state and local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact People Services at [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Medical Practices

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SightMD by 2x

Get notified about new Ophthalmic Technician jobs in Bay Shore, NY.

Ophthalmic Technician - Join Our Growing Team!

Ophthalmic Technician - Join Our Growing Team!

Ophthalmic Technician - Join Our Growing Team!

Ophthalmic Technician - Join Our Growing Team!

Optical Sales Associate, Per Diem - Huntington/NYS Ophthalmic Dispenser license required

Optical Sales Associate, Part Time - Huntington/NYS Ophthalmic Dispenser license required

Valley Stream, NY $38.00-$50.00 2 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.