Ophthalmic Technician — Training, Growth & PTO Perks

Discover Vision; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Generous PTO

Ongoing training and certification

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Discover Vision Centers in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our leading eye care team. You will assist with check-in, perform preliminary testing, and support clinicians to deliver outstanding patient experiences.

The role requires strong communication, reliable data entry, and familiarity with ophthalmic instruments. We offer comprehensive training, benefits, and opportunities to advance within our growing practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• One year of medical or ophthalmic office experience preferred.
• COA or COT certification preferred, but not required for otherwise qualified candidates.
• Excellent communication skills and a patient-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients with professionalism, assist with check-in, and provide excellent service throughout their visit.
• Verify and record patient information, medical history, medications, and purpose of visit.
• Perform preliminary testing including visual acuity, pupil assessment, refraction, dilation, intraocular pressure, and extraocular movement testing.
• Conduct diagnostic procedures such as OCT, visual fields, GDX, IOL Master, auto-refractor, and corneal topography.
• Demonstrate knowledge of ocular anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and medications.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring exam rooms and equipment are patient-ready.
• Support the clinical team with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Patient-first mindset

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OCT

Visual fields

GDX

IOL Master

Auto-refractor

Corneal topography

Job description

Discover Vision Centers in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our leading eye care team. You will assist with check-in, perform preliminary testing, and support clinicians to deliver outstanding patient experiences.

The role requires strong communication, reliable data entry, and familiarity with ophthalmic instruments. We offer comprehensive training, benefits, and opportunities to advance within our growing practice.