Ophthalmic Technician: Eye Care & Exam Support

Associated Retina Consultants; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Retina Consultants is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician for the Phoenix office. This full-time role performs patient work-ups, assists physicians, documents encounters in the EMR, and supports daily clinic operations.

Expect varied shifts, including Saturdays, with travel to other ARC locations as needed. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED with ophthalmic certification, strong English communication, and ability to work with diverse patients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and ophthalmic certification; OSC within 30 days if not certified.
• Ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse people.
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
• Bi-lingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary work-up of patients and assist physician during examinations.
• Document patient encounters in the EMR as directed by the physician.
• Interview patients and document histories and special testing.
• Communicate follow-up care, surgery scheduling, and changes in schedule to patients.
• Maintain and clean equipment; report irregularities to supervisor.
• Instill eye drops and stock exam rooms; check medication expiration dates.
• Travel to other ARC locations may be required.
• Attend staff meetings; shifts 8–14 hours; Saturday hours for Phoenix office.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Bi-lingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED + Ophthalmic Certification

Tools

Typing 30 wpm

EMR data entry

Job description

Associated Retina Consultants is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician for the Phoenix office. This full-time role performs patient work-ups, assists physicians, documents encounters in the EMR, and supports daily clinic operations.

Expect varied shifts, including Saturdays, with travel to other ARC locations as needed. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED with ophthalmic certification, strong English communication, and ability to work with diverse patients.