Ophthalmic Technician: Imaging, Refractions & Patient Care

Sight360; Ruskin (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sight360 is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our vision care team. The role involves collecting patient histories, performing visual acuity tests, IOP measurements, refractions, and dry eye testing across clinic locations. Travel and overtime may be required by operations.

You will support diagnostic imaging, educate patients on post-operative care and contact lens use, assist with in-office procedures, and maintain sterile, organized exam rooms while working under physician supervision.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year in Ophthalmology.
• Certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to perform manifest refraction and Goldmann tonometry.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient medical history and diagnostic testing results.
• Perform visual acuity testing, refractions, tonometry, pupil evaluation, muscle testing, visual fields, pachymetry, and dry eye testing.
• Conduct advanced diagnostic imaging and testing including corneal topography, retinal imaging, fluorescein angiography, and B-scan ultrasonography.
• Educate patients on post-operative care, medications, contact lens use, and exam expectations.
• Assist with contact lens fittings, in-office procedures, lasers, and minor procedures, including patient consent preparation.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness, sterilization, and overall clinic sanitation.
• Provide clinical support within scope of practice under physician supervision.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Manifest refraction

Goldmann tonometry

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

One year in Ophthalmology

Job description

Sight360 is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our vision care team. The role involves collecting patient histories, performing visual acuity tests, IOP measurements, refractions, and dry eye testing across clinic locations. Travel and overtime may be required by operations.

You will support diagnostic imaging, educate patients on post-operative care and contact lens use, assist with in-office procedures, and maintain sterile, organized exam rooms while working under physician supervision.