Ophthalmic Technician: Impactful Eye Care & Diagnostics

Ascend Vision Partners; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Vision Partners in Norman, OK seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to support physicians with exams, testing and medications. The role includes preparing patients, maintaining rooms and instruments, and assisting during minor procedures.

The ideal candidate may be certified (COT) or non-certified, with a high school diploma and related ophthalmology experience preferred. Strong patient communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, required.
• Minimum of one year experience in ophthalmology, preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary ophthalmic care to patients and act as clinical assistant to physician.
• Performs complete ophthalmic history and preliminary exams, refraction, and related tests.
• Verifies patient information and records in EMR according to standards.
• Checks eye condition, monitors visual acuity, and communicates results to physicians.
• Prepares patients for examinations and maintains comfortable sterile field.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

Job description

Ascend Vision Partners in Norman, OK seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to support physicians with exams, testing and medications. The role includes preparing patients, maintaining rooms and instruments, and assisting during minor procedures.

The ideal candidate may be certified (COT) or non-certified, with a high school diploma and related ophthalmology experience preferred. Strong patient communication and confidentiality are essential.