Ophthalmic Technician - Training Path to a Career

Center For Sight; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Company Match

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Continuing Education

Paid Time Off

Job summary

US Eye in The Villages, FL is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant, offering intensive classroom and hands-on training to begin a rewarding career in ophthalmology. You will work closely with ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists to support patient care and learning.

No previous medical experience required; we welcome motivated individuals. You will learn to perform diagnostic testing and assist in examinations, with a clear path toward internationally recognized certification in this growing field.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional environment with a strong customer service focus.
• Previous experience in the medical field (preferred).
• Certification (preferred).
• High school or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Learn diagnostic testing and exams under physicians.
• Work side by side with ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists.
• Travel to other locations as necessary.

Skills

Self-starter

Empathy

Team oriented

Growth mindset

Education

High school or equivalent education

Certification (preferred)

Job description

US Eye in The Villages, FL is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant, offering intensive classroom and hands-on training to begin a rewarding career in ophthalmology. You will work closely with ophthalmic surgeons and optometrists to support patient care and learning.

No previous medical experience required; we welcome motivated individuals. You will learn to perform diagnostic testing and assist in examinations, with a clear path toward internationally recognized certification in this growing field.