Ophthalmic Technician – Refractive Surgery

Abilene Eye Institute; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Training in refractive surgery

Career growth opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

Abilene Eye Institute seeks an experienced Ophthalmic Technician for our refractive surgery practice. You will perform diagnostic testing, educate patients, and support pre-, intra-, and post-operative care in a high-technology clinic.

Join a busy, patient-centered team focused on LASIK, PRK, ICL, and other vision corrections. This full-time, on-site role offers hands-on opportunities and a collaborative culture with surgeons and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience as Ophthalmic Technician or Ophthalmic Assistant.
• Proficiency with ophthalmic diagnostic equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; COA/COT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete refractive workups and diagnostic testing.
• Evaluate visual acuity (distance and near).
• Execute pachymetry, wavefront analysis, and pupil size measurements.
• Assist in the laser suite and maintain sterile technique.
• Document patient histories in the EMR and educate about procedures.

Skills

Ophthalmic experience

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Patient education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

COA or COT certification preferred

Tools

Ophthalmic diagnostic equipment

Job description

Ophthalmic Technician - Refractive Surgery

Full-time | On-site

We're a busy, patient-centered refractive surgery practice specializing in LASIK, PRK, ICL, and other advanced vision correction procedures. We're looking for a skilled, detail-oriented Ophthalmic Technician to join our clinical team and play a key role in delivering outstanding pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care.

About the Role

You’ll work closely with our refractive surgeons and clinical team to perform comprehensive diagnostic testing, educate patients, support surgical flow, and help patients achieve life-changing vision outcomes. This is a hands‑on position in a high‑technology environment where precision, efficiency, and genuine patient care matter every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complete refractive workups and diagnostic testing, including:
• Visual acuity (distance & near)
• Manifest and cycloplegic refraction
• Pachymetry, wavefront analysis, and pupil size measurements
• Tonometry, slit‑lamp assessment, and other requested testing
• Obtain detailed medical and ocular histories and accurately document findings in the EMR
• Educate patients on refractive procedures, expectations, pre‑op preparation, and post‑op care
• Prepare patients for surgery, assist in the laser suite, and support sterile technique
• Perform daily laser system checks, calibrations, and basic troubleshooting as trained
• Maintain exam lanes and surgical equipment; manage inventory of supplies and medications
• Support efficient clinic flow and provide exceptional patient service at every touchpoint

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Ophthalmic Technician, Ophthalmic Assistant, or similar role (refractive / LASIK experience strongly preferred)
• Proficiency with common ophthalmic diagnostic equipment
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Excellent interpersonal and patient education skills
• Comfortable working in a surgical environment and following strict protocols
• High school diploma or equivalent required; COA, COT, or willingness to obtain certification preferred
• Ability to work full‑time clinic hours (typically Monday-Friday; occasional flexibility for surgical schedules)

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay (commensurate with experience)
• Opportunity to work with advanced refractive technology and skilled surgeons
• Supportive, team‑oriented culture focused on excellent patient outcomes
• Training and growth opportunities in refractive surgery
• Benefits package (details provided during the interview process)

If you're passionate about vision correction and thrive in a collaborative, technology‑driven refractive practice, we'd love to hear from you.