Ophthalmic Technician II

Eye Care of La Jolla; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Unifeye Vision Partners in La Jolla, CA is hiring an Ophthalmic Technician II to join our team. The role supports physicians with exams, tests, and patient care, documenting visits in the EHR and coordinating follow-up appointments.

Ideal candidates will have typing and EHR experience, ophthalmology knowledge, and the ability to perform tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, and OCT. Training on HIPAA and PHI compliance is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year experience in a medical office; ophthalmic experience preferred.
• Medical Scribe Certification (MSCAT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document patient exam in EHR, including orders and scheduling follow-ups.
• Perform ophthalmic tests (visual acuity, tonometry, pachymetry, OCT) and calibrate equipment.
• Assist in triage and patient education; ensure PHI compliance.
• Set up exam rooms and maintain supplies; coordinate referrals and scheduling.
• Travel between clinics as scheduled.

Skills

Typing

EHR systems

Ophthalmology knowledge

Ophthalmic testing/calibration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MSCAT certification preferred

Job description

Unifeye Vision Partners is one of the premiere eye care practices in the nation. We believe in One Team, All In. The culture at UVP is one of excellence and teamwork. We are passionate about patient care and dedicated to improving quality of life through life‑changing vision procedures and treatments.
Unifeye Vision Partners is currently hiring for a Ophthalmic Technician II, La Jolla, CA

SUMMARY

The Ophthalmic Technician II is responsible for attending to patients in a timely and professional manner while providing a first‑class customer service experience with all patients. The Ophthalmic Technician II performs measurements and tests that provide the physician with the information needed to arrive at a diagnosis and to prescribe treatment.

The Ophthalmic Technician II assists the doctors with documentation of the patient exam into the patient's electronic health record (EHR). They will also help with facilitation of surgery and procedure scheduling and return appointments as directed by the provider. Partners with other clinic staff to facilitate efficient clinic flow and ensure quality patient care.

• Document patient exam in EHR, scribing all elements of the patient exam including procedure orders, e‑prescribing medications and scheduling the return to clinic. Ensure all entries are accurate by the team.
• Respond to internal communications in a timely manner.
• Perform the following as needed: Obtain complete patient histories including chief complaint, past ocular/medical history, family medical/ocular history and history of allergies and medications.
• Perform ophthalmologic tests including visual acuity, applanation tonometry, pachymetry, visual fields, corneal topography, OCTs, lensometry, and other tests as directed within the prescribed timeline.
• Calibrate diagnostic equipment and perform instrument sterilization as needed.
• Provide patient and family counseling/education as needed, including the creation of medication grids.
• Assist in triage.
• Dispense medication and/or over the counter product samples as directed.
• Review all chart notes and correspondence daily to ensure accuracy and completeness. Ensure chart documentation meets ICD‑10 requirements. Work with doctors to sign and close encounters and transmit ERx.
• Obtain patient signature on consent documents for in lane and surgical procedures.
• Set up exam rooms per provider preference, keep exam rooms stocked and clean between patients; cleaned at end of each workday; assist in maintaining public spaces for professional appearance.
• Partner with providers to prepare culture documents, ensure proper storage of specimens, contact lab for pickup and ensure specimen is in the lockbox for pick up.
• Attend training and stay current on requirements for HIPAA compliance and Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Ensure opening and closing of special testing rooms. Maintain stocking of exam lane and maintain order in working areas.
• Schedule return appointments as ordered by the provider, including referrals to outside providers.
• Travel between clinics as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Typing and computer knowledge required
• Previous experience with EHR systems required and ophthalmology experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology, Ophthalmology preferred
• Ability to perform ophthalmic tests and calibrate equipment per manufacturer guidelines

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High schedule diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a medical office, ophthalmic experience preferred

Medical Scribe Certification and Aptitude Test (MSCAT) preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Unifeye Vision Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.