Ophthalmic Technician II — Eye Care Specialist & Patient Services

Baylor Scott & White Health; Marble Falls (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas seeks an Ophthalmic Technician 2 to join the ophthalmology team. The role supports physicians, performs ocular testing, and helps manage patient care in a fast-paced clinic.

You will document patient history, perform tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, and refraction, assist with minor surgeries and injections, and educate patients on medications and post-operative care while maintaining HIPAA standards and accurate EMR records.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in ophthalmic care or healthcare setting.
• Certifications: COA/COMT/COT/RA; must obtain one within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and documents chief complaint, history, and ocular findings per guidelines.
• Performs tests like visual acuity, lensometry, pupil function, ocular motility, tonometry, and VF testing.
• Performs refractometry and drafts preliminary glasses prescription.
• Assists with minor surgeries, intraocular injections, and laser treatments; prepares sterile rooms.
• Educates patients on medications and pre/postoperative instructions.
• Maintains equipment, cleans and disinfects, ensures recharge of battery-powered instruments.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal skills

Electronic medical documentation

Basic computer skills

Education

HS Diploma/GED Equivalent

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas seeks an Ophthalmic Technician 2 to join the ophthalmology team. The role supports physicians, performs ocular testing, and helps manage patient care in a fast-paced clinic.

You will document patient history, perform tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, and refraction, assist with minor surgeries and injections, and educate patients on medications and post-operative care while maintaining HIPAA standards and accurate EMR records.