Ophthalmic Technician I: Eye Care Career & Growth

Icarespecialists; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Excellent comprehensive benefits

401(K)

Significant eye care discounts

Continuing education allowances

Career growth and development

PTO and holidays off

Job summary

Vision Innovation Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician I to join our patient care team. You will assist providers with diagnostic and treatment procedures and perform administrative tasks, with on-the-job training available for career growth.

We value a high school diploma or GED, prior medical field experience, EMR proficiency, and MS Office skills. Ophthalmic technician or scribe experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior medical field experience.
• Experience with EMR tools.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Ophthalmic technician or scribe experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and verify information.
• Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy.
• Utilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements.
• Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues.
• Dilate eyes to prepare patients for their eye exam.
• Explain how to properly use eye drops or other medications.
• Explain how to properly use contact lenses.
• Assist with inventory management.

Skills

Medical field experience

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR tools

MS Office

Job description

Vision Innovation Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician I to join our patient care team. You will assist providers with diagnostic and treatment procedures and perform administrative tasks, with on-the-job training available for career growth.

We value a high school diploma or GED, prior medical field experience, EMR proficiency, and MS Office skills. Ophthalmic technician or scribe experience is a plus.