Ophthalmic Technician - Patient-Focused Eye Care

Magruder Eye Institute; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Vision Partners Pensacola, Florida, United States is seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Technician (Certified or Non-Certified). The role includes preparing patients for providers, performing basic vision screening, administering eye medications, and assisting physicians during minor procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or equivalent, and preferably at least one year of ophthalmology experience, with certification as a COT preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for ophthalmology examination and testing.
• Perform basic vision screening and testing (refraction, etc.).
• Administer eye medications as directed.
• Assist physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures.
• Maintain and sanitize ophthalmic instruments and exam rooms.
• Document patient information in EMR per standards.

Skills

Ophthalmic care

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year ophthalmology experience (preferred)

Tools

EMR system

Ophthalmic instruments

Job description

Ascend Vision Partners Pensacola, Florida, United States is seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Technician (Certified or Non-Certified). The role includes preparing patients for providers, performing basic vision screening, administering eye medications, and assisting physicians during minor procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or equivalent, and preferably at least one year of ophthalmology experience, with certification as a COT preferred.