Ophthalmic Technician – Fast-Paced Eye Care Team

EyeSouth Partners; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k w/ Match

HSA/FSA

Telemedicine

Generous PTO Package

Employee Discounts and Perks

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life/AD&D

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

Kellis Eye & Laser Center in Chardon, OH seeks an experienced ophthalmic technician to support doctors with patient data collection, testing, and EMR entry. The role emphasizes accurate charting, patient education, and efficient exam flow.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in ophthalmic settings, strong communication skills, and a preference for iJCAHPO COT/COMT certification. Eye care professionals thrive in a fast-paced clinic with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• iJCAHPO COT/COMT certification preferred (CRT acceptable for Retina only).
• Minimum 7 years’ ophthalmic assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologist and optometrists by gathering data on ocular health status.
• Perform testing ordered by doctor and review chart for completeness and accuracy.
• Act as a medical scribe and enter data into the EMR.
• Take ocular and systemic history and record visual acuity accurately.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under physician direction.
• Educate patients regarding conditions treated and procedures performed.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms and ensure protocol compliance.
• Coordinate clinical flow for assigned doctor and clinic space.

Skills

Ophthalmic assistant

Clinical testing

Patient education

EMR documentation

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

iJCAHPO COT/COMT certification (preferred)

Tools

Nextech/ICP

EMR system

Job description

Kellis Eye & Laser Center in Chardon, OH seeks an experienced ophthalmic technician to support doctors with patient data collection, testing, and EMR entry. The role emphasizes accurate charting, patient education, and efficient exam flow.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in ophthalmic settings, strong communication skills, and a preference for iJCAHPO COT/COMT certification. Eye care professionals thrive in a fast-paced clinic with comprehensive benefits.