Ophthalmic Technician I - Frontline Eye Care Specialist

EyeSouth Partners; Versailles (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; 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

EyeSouth Partners' Kentucky Eye Institute in Versailles, KY seeks an ophthalmic technician to support ophthalmologists and optometrists in a busy clinic. You will perform tests, record findings in the EMR, and assist with patient education while ensuring safety and compliance.

Ideal candidates have ophthalmic/optometric tech experience and Nextech/ICP familiarity; a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Join a 60+ staff team committed to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Reviews patient chart for completeness and accuracy.
• Performs testing ordered by doctor based on exam type and history.
• Acts as medical scribe and enters data into EMR.
• Records ocular and systemic history and visual acuity.
• Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications as directed.
• Assists with simple in-office procedures and informed consent.
• Maintains patient education and exam room cleanliness.
• Complies with practice procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Gather data pertaining to the patient’s ocular health status.
• Perform clinical tests and document results in EMR.
• Assist ophthalmologist/optometrist during exams.
• Record patient history and visual acuity accurately.
• Administer medications as directed by physician.
• Assist with in-office procedures and informed consent.
• Educate patients and maintain exam room cleanliness.
• Report inventory needs and participate in team huddles.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Ophthalmic tech experience

Nextech/ICP experience

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Nextech/ICP

Job description

EyeSouth Partners' Kentucky Eye Institute in Versailles, KY seeks an ophthalmic technician to support ophthalmologists and optometrists in a busy clinic. You will perform tests, record findings in the EMR, and assist with patient education while ensuring safety and compliance.

Ideal candidates have ophthalmic/optometric tech experience and Nextech/ICP familiarity; a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Join a 60+ staff team committed to compassionate care.