Ophthalmic Technician: Elevate Eye Care & Diagnostics

Azul Vision; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Azul Vision in Mission Viejo, CA seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to conduct patient workups, educate patients, and support physicians with diagnostic testing and minor procedures. The role emphasizes accurate documentation and HIPAA compliance in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities include pre-testing, laser procedure prep, surgical paperwork, triage calls, and patient education while maintaining inventory and back-office tasks.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of ophthalmology technician experience preferred.
• COA/COT certification preferred.
• Experience with HIPAA guidelines.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient workups including medical/surgical history and diagnostic testing.
• Prioritize efficient workflow between patient and doctor.
• Triage calls and forward to appropriate staff.
• Assist in minor procedures and prepare patients for laser procedures.
• Prepare paperwork for surgeries ordered by physicians.
• Provide in-office and telephonic patient education and document appropriately.
• Maintain back-office inventory and supplies.
• Conduct Humphrey Visual Field, OCT, A-scan, corneal topography, Amsler grid, color testing, and other diagnostics.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Spanish/English bilingual

HIPAA compliance

EHR experience

Medical scribing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

COA/COT certification preferred

Tools

Ophthalmic testing equipment

Job description

Azul Vision in Mission Viejo, CA seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to conduct patient workups, educate patients, and support physicians with diagnostic testing and minor procedures. The role emphasizes accurate documentation and HIPAA compliance in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities include pre-testing, laser procedure prep, surgical paperwork, triage calls, and patient education while maintaining inventory and back-office tasks.