Ophthalmic Technician: Eye Diagnostics & Care Pro

Kaiser Permanente Northwest; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 44,083 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Northwest in Salem, OR is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support patient care in the ophthalmology clinic. You will assist physicians, perform testing, and help prepare for procedures and intravitreal injections in a busy clinical setting.

The role requires two years of experience or a JCAHPO-accredited program, strong ophthalmic knowledge, and the ability to work across a range of diagnostic and exam procedures in a patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time ophthalmic technician experience under supervision of an ophthalmologist or completion of a JCAHPO-accredited Ophthalmic Medical Technology program.
• Proficiency with ophthalmic terminology and exam procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during eye examinations and minor surgeries.
• Perform ophthalmic testing and document findings in EMR.
• Maintain instrument readiness, sterilization, and clinic cleanlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

English communication

Ophthalmic terminology

Education

Ophthalmic Medical Technology program

JCAHPO accreditation

Tools

EpicCare

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kaiser Permanente Northwest in Salem, OR is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support patient care in the ophthalmology clinic. You will assist physicians, perform testing, and help prepare for procedures and intravitreal injections in a busy clinical setting.

The role requires two years of experience or a JCAHPO-accredited program, strong ophthalmic knowledge, and the ability to work across a range of diagnostic and exam procedures in a patient-focused environment.