Ophthalmic Technician I - Pediatrics Ophthalmology

Indiana University Health System; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Designed for You

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Healthy Results Wellness Program with

Job summary

Indiana University Health System is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support pediatric ophthalmology and orthoptists. You will perform ophthalmic testing, gather clinical data, and assist with examinations while delivering family‑centered care.

Must engage children across development levels and help maintain clinic efficiency. Responsibilities include rooming patients, handling intake, assisting providers, and documenting in Cerner.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment, per unit policies.
• COA preferred; strong ophthalmic testing experience desirable.
• Infection control principles knowledge required.
• Ability to prioritize multiple patient care needs.
• Experience with basic ophthalmic workup and testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and support providers during clinic visits.
• Manage patient messages, paperwork, and prior authorizations.
• Assist with both clinical and administrative duties.
• Rooming patients and completing intake.
• Assisting providers with patient care.
• Documenting in Cerner.
• Managing patient messages.
• Scanning and maintaining medical records.
• Preparing exam rooms and supporting clinic workflow.

Skills

Dependable

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High School Diploma/GED

COA preferred

Job description

The Ophthalmic Technician is an integral member of the pediatrics ophthalmology care team, providing clinical support to physicians and orthoptists while delivering compassionate, family-centered care to infants, children, adolescents, and adults. This role performs ophthalmic testing, gathers clinical information, assists with patient examinations, and helps ensure an exceptional experience for patients and families. The technician must be able to effectively engage children of all developmental stages and abilities while supporting efficient clinic operations.

Location

10300 Illinois St Suite 2010, Carmel, IN 46290

Schedule

• Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 4:30pm

What We're Looking For

• Dependable and reliable team players
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Willingness to learn and support teammates
• COA through JCAHPO preferred

Typical Responsibilities

• Room patients and support providers during clinic visits
• Manage patient messages, paperwork, and prior authorizations
• Assist with both clinical and administrative duties
• Rooming patients and completing intake
• Assisting providers with patient care
• Documenting in Cerner
• Managing patient messages
• Scanning and maintaining medical records
• Preparing exam rooms and supporting clinic workflow

Benefits

• Benefits Designed for You
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi‑weekly incentives

Responsible for ophthalmic, diagnostic procedures and ophthalmic/medical assistance in support of the clinical activities of the department. Performs preliminary ophthalmic examinations. Explains testing procedures to patients. Assists providers with post‑op surgery patients. Maintains diagnostic equipment. Cleans all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies. Will stock exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies. May assist in minor OR procedures and ocular injections. May provide back‑up support for other departments as needed.

• High School Diploma/GED. 0-3 Years of Experience.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be preferred per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires knowledge of infection control principles.
• Requires ability to effectively prioritize multiple patient care needs.
• Experience with basic ophthalmic workup and testing preferred.
• Prefer knowledge of exam room environment.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COA) preferred.