Ophthalmic Technician I – Growth & Benefits

Icarespecialists; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Excellent comprehensive benefits

401(K)

Eye care discounts

Continuing education allowances

Career growth and development

PTO and holidays off

Job summary

Vision Innovation Partners in Harrisburg seeks an Ophthalmic Technician I to join our patient care team. The role supports providers with diagnostic tests and patient education, with on-the-job training available for career growth in ophthalmic tech or scribe paths.

Responsibilities include taking medical histories, performing vision tests, using Humphrey field analyzer and OCT, dilating eyes, and assisting with inventory and medication guidance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in medical field roles such as medical assistant, medical scribe, patient care technician, nursing assistant, or pharmacy technician is a plus.
• Experience with EMR tools and MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and verify information.
• Perform visual function and diagnostic tests such as tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy.
• Utilize tools like Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements.
• Inform 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 history taking

Ophthalmic testing

EMR experience

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Humphrey field analyzer

OCT

Tonometry

Refraction

Job description

Vision Innovation Partners in Harrisburg seeks an Ophthalmic Technician I to join our patient care team. The role supports providers with diagnostic tests and patient education, with on-the-job training available for career growth in ophthalmic tech or scribe paths.

Responsibilities include taking medical histories, performing vision tests, using Humphrey field analyzer and OCT, dilating eyes, and assisting with inventory and medication guidance.