Ophthalmic Technician: Vision Diagnostics & Patient Care

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental and vision

2:1 retirement match

Job summary

Michigan Medicine seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists with a range of diagnostic tests and patient care. You will assist in testing, data collection, and record-keeping, ensuring accurate results and high-quality service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and ongoing skill development in eye care. Requirements include a high school diploma, completion of a 12-week training program or relevant experience, and COA certification within 12 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Completion of Michigan Medicine's 12-week training program or related ophthalmic experience.
• COA certification must be obtained within one year of employment.
• Primary Source Verification is required for this classification.

Responsibilities

• Measure pupil responses and visual acuity.
• Perform lensometry, keratometry, tonometry and related tests.
• Take patient histories and scribe for physicians.
• Record vitals and administer eye drops as directed.
• Prepare and update records for follow-up research data.
• Schedule and coordinate patient testing.
• Maintain and calibrate ophthalmic equipment.
• Stock rooms and order ophthalmic supplies.

Skills

Patient care

Education

High school diploma

12-week training program

COA certification within 1 year

Tools

EMR knowledge

Job description

Michigan Medicine seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists with a range of diagnostic tests and patient care. You will assist in testing, data collection, and record-keeping, ensuring accurate results and high-quality service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and ongoing skill development in eye care. Requirements include a high school diploma, completion of a 12-week training program or relevant experience, and COA certification within 12 months.