Ophthalmic Technician & Patient Care Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Richmond (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California seeks a Vision Services Assistant to support Ophthalmology and Eye Services teams, handling testing, scheduling, patient flow, and clerical tasks under supervision. Strong ophthalmic testing skills and teamwork required.

Full-time on-site role with opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with tonometry, visual acuity testing, record keeping, and coordinating appointments, with BLS and ophthalmic certification

Qualifications

• Two years of recent objective ophthalmic testing experience (visual acuity, tonometry, visual fields, lensometry).
• Familiarity with ophthalmic terminology and electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record intraocular pressure and other ophthalmic tests.
• Measure visual acuities for all ages and ocular diagnoses.
• Schedule appointments and manage surgical procedures.
• Prepare and document medical information for providers.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Visual acuity testing

EMR systems

Patient scheduling

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California seeks a Vision Services Assistant to support Ophthalmology and Eye Services teams, handling testing, scheduling, patient flow, and clerical tasks under supervision. Strong ophthalmic testing skills and teamwork required.

Full-time on-site role with opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with tonometry, visual acuity testing, record keeping, and coordinating appointments, with BLS and ophthalmic certification