Ophthalmic Technician II — Growth, CE & Benefits

Vision Innovation Partners; Kingston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k)

Vision discounts

CE allowances

Career growth

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Vision Innovation Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician II to join our patient care team in a role focused on assisting providers with diagnostic and treatment procedures and related administrative tasks. Training is available for qualified candidates aiming to certification, with a strong emphasis on patient outcomes and eye care.

The ideal candidate has healthcare experience in ophthalmology or a related field, plus familiarity with EMR tools and MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Experience working as an ophthalmic technician or scribe is required.
• Experience with EMR tools.
• Proficient with MS Office tools (outlook, excel, word).
• Completion of an ophthalmic assistant or technician program strongly preferred (COA or COT).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Healthcare experience

Ophthalmic technician experience

EMR software

MS Office

COA/COT preferred

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Vision Innovation Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician II to join our patient care team in a role focused on assisting providers with diagnostic and treatment procedures and related administrative tasks. Training is available for qualified candidates aiming to certification, with a strong emphasis on patient outcomes and eye care.

The ideal candidate has healthcare experience in ophthalmology or a related field, plus familiarity with EMR tools and MS Office.