Ophthalmic Technician I - Vision Care & Growth

Icarespecialists; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 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. The role involves assisting providers with diagnostic and treatment procedures and related administrative tasks in a vision-care setting.

The ideal candidate has medical experience and a passion for patient care; on-the-job training is available to build a career path as an ophthalmic technician or scribe.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in medical field or clinical support roles preferred.
• Familiarity with EMR systems and MS Office is expected.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and verify patient information.
• Perform visual tests and measurements (tonometry, refraction, retinoscopy).
• Use devices like Humphrey analyzer and OCT to collect data.
• Notify ophthalmologist of changes in vision or acuity.
• Dilate eyes and instruct on eye drop usage and meds.
• Assist with inventory management and clinic tasks.

Skills

Medical history taking

EMR tools experience

MS Office tools

Ophthalmic technician experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Humphrey Field Analyzer

OCT

Job description

Vision Innovation Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician I to join our patient care team. The role involves assisting providers with diagnostic and treatment procedures and related administrative tasks in a vision-care setting.

The ideal candidate has medical experience and a passion for patient care; on-the-job training is available to build a career path as an ophthalmic technician or scribe.