Ophthalmic Technician: Precision Eye Care Team Player

Ascend Vision Partners; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Vision Partners in Pensacola, FL is seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Technician (certified or non-certified) to support providers with patient prep, testing, and minor procedures. The role emphasizes accurate history taking, exam setup, and safe instrument handling in a fast-paced eye care practice.

Candidates should have a HS diploma; ophthalmology experience and COT certification are preferred. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential to delivering quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year ophthalmology experience preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examinations and assists physicians during procedures.
• Maintains ophthalmic instruments and sterilizes equipment as required.
• Performs basic vision screening and administers eye medications.
• Records patient information accurately in EMR.
• Supports clinic by managing inventory and preparing exam rooms.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year ophthalmology experience preferred

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Ascend Vision Partners in Pensacola, FL is seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Technician (certified or non-certified) to support providers with patient prep, testing, and minor procedures. The role emphasizes accurate history taking, exam setup, and safe instrument handling in a fast-paced eye care practice.

Candidates should have a HS diploma; ophthalmology experience and COT certification are preferred. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential to delivering quality patient care.