Ophthalmic Technician — Patient Care Specialist

EyeCare Partners LLC; Des Peres (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401k matching

PTO and holidays

Maternity leave

Competitive base pay

Job summary

EyeCare Partners in Des Peres, MO is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists with initial testing and patient care during visits. You will help prepare patients, perform diagnostic tests (e.g., OCT, visual fields), and document findings in the EMR while maintaining a compassionate, patient-focused approach.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience, offers excellent communication, and is willing to work full-time hours,

Qualifications

• Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients.
• HIPAA confidentiality standards must be followed.
• Strong communication and coordination with all levels of staff.
• Organizational skills focused on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
• Willingness to gain industry knowledge and training.
• Demonstrates initiative and teamwork to meet practice goals.
• Able to adapt to change and maintain a positive work environment.
• Commitment to working over 40 hours and available weekends when needed.
• Reliable transportation to travel between multiple locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly and courteously.
• Anticipate physician needs to facilitate clinic flow.
• Maintain urgency with patient and doctor time management.
• Comply with company policies including HIPAA.
• Verify patient information and document medical history.
• Record data in the EMR and ensure accuracy.
• Perform tests and prepare patients for exams.
• Maintain exam rooms and stock supplies; assist with procedures.

Skills

Empathy

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Willingness to work overtime

Weekend availability

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year related experience

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

EyeCare Partners in Des Peres, MO is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists with initial testing and patient care during visits. You will help prepare patients, perform diagnostic tests (e.g., OCT, visual fields), and document findings in the EMR while maintaining a compassionate, patient-focused approach.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience, offers excellent communication, and is willing to work full-time hours,