Ophthalmic Technician: Expert Eye Care Support

Ascend Vision Partners; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ophthalmic Technician at Ascend Vision Partners in Clearwater, FL assists physicians by preparing patients, recording medical history, and performing screening tests. The role supports clinicians during examinations and minor procedures, prepares rooms and maintains instruments, and ensures accurate EMR entry.

Candidates may be certified or non-certified with a high school diploma; one year ophthalmology experience preferred and COT certification encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year ophthalmology experience preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for provider examinations and testing.
• Record medical history and enter data into EMR.
• Assist physicians during minor procedures and administer eye medications.
• Maintain exam rooms and ophthalmic instruments.
• Process prescription refill requests.
• Stock exam room supplies and ensure sterile technique.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma

1 year ophthalmology experience preferred

COT certification preferred

Tools

EMR system

Job description

The Ophthalmic Technician at Ascend Vision Partners in Clearwater, FL assists physicians by preparing patients, recording medical history, and performing screening tests. The role supports clinicians during examinations and minor procedures, prepares rooms and maintains instruments, and ensures accurate EMR entry.

Candidates may be certified or non-certified with a high school diploma; one year ophthalmology experience preferred and COT certification encouraged.