Ophthalmic Technician I - Training & Patient Care

Icarespecialists; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent comprehensive benefits

401(K)

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. We are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience toward a career path as an ophthalmic technician or scribe.

Your primary duties include assisting providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and related administrative tasks. The role involves taking medical histories, performing visual function tests, using advanced equipment, and supporting inventory management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Experience in the medical field (e.g., medical assistant, scribe, patient care technician, nursing assistant, pharmacy technician).
• Experience with EMR tools.
• Proficient with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Experience as an ophthalmic technician or scribe is a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Medical experience

Ophthalmic technician/scribe exp.

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. We are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience toward a career path as an ophthalmic technician or scribe.

Your primary duties include assisting providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and related administrative tasks. The role involves taking medical histories, performing visual function tests, using advanced equipment, and supporting inventory management.