Ophthalmic Technician: Eye Care Assistant & Diagnostics

Ascend Vision Partners; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Vision Partners in Winter Haven, FL, seeks an Ophthalmic Technician (Certified or Non-Certified) to support physicians with preliminary exams, patient histories, and basic vision testing.

You will prepare exam rooms, maintain ophthalmic instruments, assist during minor procedures, manage patient records in the EMR, and help ensure a safe, confidential environment while delivering high-quality eye care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one year experience in ophthalmology is preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) is preferred.
• Strong communication and confidentiality are essential.
• Assists physicians during examinations and minor procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary ophthalmic care to patients and acts as a clinical assistant to the physician.
• Performs complete ophthalmic history and preliminary exams and sub-specialty tests.
• Verifies patient information and records in EMR.
• Checks eye conditions and vital signs as requested.
• Prepares patients for ophthalmology examinations and communicates results to the physician.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and medical records.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ascend Vision Partners in Winter Haven, FL, seeks an Ophthalmic Technician (Certified or Non-Certified) to support physicians with preliminary exams, patient histories, and basic vision testing.

You will prepare exam rooms, maintain ophthalmic instruments, assist during minor procedures, manage patient records in the EMR, and help ensure a safe, confidential environment while delivering high-quality eye care.