Ophthalmic Technician I

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Los Angeles, CA seeks an Ophthalmic Technician I for Westwood location. Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, 2 - Staff- Career, indefinite duration, hourly pay range $36.76–$48.51.

The role supports the Division of Orbital and Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery, performing advanced testing, patient intake, photography, and medication administration, including Botox and Xeomin, while ensuring high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in ophthalmology preferred
• Strong clinical skills in testing and patient handling
• Familiarity with insurance authorizations and CICARE/OSHA standards

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical, surgical, aesthetic, and administrative support for the Division of Orbital and Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery.
• Performs advanced ophthalmic testing, patient intake, photography, and medication administration.
• Assists with in-office procedures and surgical care.
• Coordinates diagnostic testing and referrals; obtains insurance authorizations for specialty medications and procedures, including Botox® and Xeomin®.
• Promotes efficient clinic operations while delivering exceptional patient care in accordance with CICARE, OSHA, and departmental standards.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Patient intake

Photography

Medication administration

In-office procedures support

Job description

Ophthalmic Technician I - Westwood, Orbital & Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery

Work Location Los Angeles,CA

Job #32393

Work Hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Employment Type 2 - Staff- Career

Duration Indefinite

Salary Range $36.76-48.51 Hourly

Posted Date August 19, 2026

Bargaining Unit AFSCME - EX

• JOB DUTIES
• JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Description

Under the supervision of the Division Chief, faculty physicians, and Practice Manager, provides clinical, surgical, aesthetic, and administrative support for the Division of Orbital and Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery. Performs advanced ophthalmic testing, patient intake, photography, and medication administration; assists with in-office procedures and surgical care; supports functional and cosmetic oculoplastic services; coordinates diagnostic testing and referrals; obtains insurance authorizations for specialty medications and procedures, including Botox® and Xeomin®; and promotes efficient clinic operations while delivering exceptional patient care in accordance with CICARE, OSHA, and departmental standards.Salary Range: $36.76-48.51 Hourly