Ophthalmic Technician: Patient‑Centered Eye Care

Ascend Vision; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Vision is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician (Certified or Non-Certified) to prepare patients for providers, perform routine vision screening, administer eye medications, and assist physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures. The role requires accurate EMR documentation and maintaining patient confidentiality in a fast-paced eye care setting.

The position supports physicians, prepares examination rooms, and handles instrument sterilization and stock management while delivering

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides ophthalmic care and assists physician.
• Conducts history taking and preliminary exams.
• Records medical information in EMR per standards.
• Measures visual acuity and basic tests.
• Prepares patients for examination and minor procedures.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Customer service

EMR documentation

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ascend Vision is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician (Certified or Non-Certified) to prepare patients for providers, perform routine vision screening, administer eye medications, and assist physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures. The role requires accurate EMR documentation and maintaining patient confidentiality in a fast-paced eye care setting.

The position supports physicians, prepares examination rooms, and handles instrument sterilization and stock management while delivering