Ophthalmic Technician — Retina Care & Exams

Associated Retina Consultants; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Retina Consultants in Arizona is seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Technician to perform preliminary work-ups, assist physicians during exams, and document encounters in the EMR as directed.

The technician will interview patients, document histories, and manage special testing while maintaining equipment and preparing exam rooms. Travel between ARC locations may be required and shifts can be between 8–14 hours; Phoenix Saturday hours are required.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
• Bi-lingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Use ophthalmic techniques to perform preliminary work-ups.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations.
• Document patient encounters in the EMR as communicated by the physician.
• Interview patients and document histories and special testing.
• Maintain and clean all equipment; report irregularities to supervisor.
• Instill eye drops; clean and stock exam rooms; check med expirations.
• Travel to other ARC locations as required.
• Attend staff meetings and review notes when unable to attend.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership

Bilingual a plus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant / Medical Assistant / Ophthalmic Scribe Certification

Willing to obtain OSC within 30 days if not certified

Job description

Associated Retina Consultants in Arizona is seeking a full-time Ophthalmic Technician to perform preliminary work-ups, assist physicians during exams, and document encounters in the EMR as directed.

The technician will interview patients, document histories, and manage special testing while maintaining equipment and preparing exam rooms. Travel between ARC locations may be required and shifts can be between 8–14 hours; Phoenix Saturday hours are required.