Ophthalmic Technician: Vision Diagnostics & Patient Care

Socket.dev; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discount

Certification reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Sight360 is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our vision-care team. You will collect patient histories, record visual acuities, perform IOP and refractions, and support external examinations in a dynamic clinic.

You will conduct advanced diagnostic imaging, assist with contact lens fittings and procedures, educate patients, maintain exam room cleanliness, and ensure patient safety under physician supervision.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year in Ophthalmology.
• Certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient medical history and diagnostic test results.
• Perform visual acuity testing, refractions, tonometry, pupil evaluation, muscle testing, visual fields, pachymetry, and dry eye testing.
• Conduct advanced diagnostic imaging and testing including corneal topography, retinal imaging, fluorescein angiography, and B-scan ultrasonography.
• Educate patients on post-operative care, medications, contact lens use, and exam expectations.
• Assist with contact lens fittings, in-office procedures, lasers, and minor procedures, including patient consent preparation.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness, sterilization, and overall clinic sanitation.
• Provide clinical support within scope of practice under physician supervision.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Manifest refraction

Goldmann tonometry

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Job description

Sight360 is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our vision-care team. You will collect patient histories, record visual acuities, perform IOP and refractions, and support external examinations in a dynamic clinic.

You will conduct advanced diagnostic imaging, assist with contact lens fittings and procedures, educate patients, maintain exam room cleanliness, and ensure patient safety under physician supervision.